Deputy Headteacher - Full-time

Egerton Church of England Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3199-125L
• Posted:26/03/2026
• Pay:Leadership Scale 1 (£51,773)
• Start Date:1st September 2026
• App Close Date:30/04/2026 at 22:00
• Interviews:6th, 7th or 8th May

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Are you an inspiring and ambitious leader ready to take the next step in your career?

Egerton CE Primary School is a warm, welcoming, one-form-entry school set in a stunning rural location. With 197 pupils, a strong Christian ethos and a friendly community, we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing environment where both children and staff thrive.

We are now seeking an exceptional Deputy Headteacher to join our dedicated and supportive team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our school. You will work closely with the Headteacher to drive school improvement, lead and develop the curriculum, and inspire both staff and pupils to achieve their very best. The role includes a class teaching commitment of 3 days per week, alongside 1.5 days of dedicated leadership time and 0.5 days PPA.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a passionate and highly effective classroom practitioner with experience in KS1 and/or KS2

• Has proven leadership experience and the ability to motivate and develop others

• Is committed to high standards, inclusion and pupil wellbeing

• Will actively support and promote the Christian distinctiveness and values of our school

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team

• Large, modern classrooms and excellent facilities

• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who love learning

• A strong sense of community and shared purpose

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged prior to making your application. Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment and see our welcoming environment for yourself.

All applications must be submitted via the Kent Teach website, as we are unable to accept CVs in line with our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Egerton CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.

If you are a dedicated leader with vision, drive and a genuine passion for education, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Information about the school

Set in the Kent countryside, between Ashford and Lenham, Egerton Church of England Primary School is a one form entry primary school with 197 children on roll. Naturally the children are our greatest asset and the school plays a central part in the village community.

We are a voluntary controlled Church of England school, committed to providing the highest quality education for all pupils in an atmosphere where our Christian faith is evident in all we teach and do together. Our aim is to create a community where our core values of perseverance, compassion, respect, forgiveness, honesty and hope are always present. All members – children, teachers, parents, staff and governors - play a key part in building community and we encourage with praise; we teach by example; we lead with respect for all.

We have an enthusiastic and welcoming staff team who are committed to providing a safe and happy environment which nurtures every child, which encourages them to develop their personal talents and which challenges them to achieve the highest academic standard. We believe the induction of new staff members is key, and have training opportunities available in school, as well as encouraging our staff to work collaboratively with each other. We have a very supportive governing body, as well as an active parent association who are keen to help fund improvements in our curriculum and school grounds. We are looking for someone who is willing to join our dedicated team, working alongside other staff to continue moving learning forward.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Susan Hubbard, School Business Manager
• Address:Stisted Way, Egerton, Ashford, Kent, TN27 9DR
• Telephone: (01233) 756274
• Email: sbm@egerton.kent.sch.uk

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