Headteacher - Full-time

East Farleigh Primary School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-2163-103L
• Posted:15/04/2026
• Pay:L12 – L18 (£67,898 - £78,702)
• Start Date:September 2026 or January 2027
• App Close Date:01/05/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:19th and 20th May 2026

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The Governing Board at East Farleigh Primary School is looking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and inspiring headteacher who will continue to Engage, Excite and Empower pupils through a creative, mastery-based curriculum. We invite applications from leaders who can commit to East Farleigh Primary School’s exciting vision and values, and continue to ensure high standards and outcomes.

We are looking for:

• A leader who is committed to realising the potential of each and every child; who is passionate about inspiring the whole school community to develop confident and courageous citizens.
• A leader who will inspire and empower the school community to create a safe and inclusive setting in which all can thrive.
• A leader who will continue to foster respect for each other and our surroundings, consistently upholding the highest standards of behaviour and self-discipline.
• A leader who will maximise opportunities to strengthen local, national and international links to promote social capital and cohesion in the local community.

We can offer:

• The opportunity to lead a popular, high-performing and well-respected primary school with a clear commitment to excellence.
• An engaging and ambitious learning environment, where children thrive on rich, meaningful and diverse enrichment opportunities.
• A leading oracy school where high-quality talk underpins learning, confidence and achievement for all pupils, with oracy embedded in the school’s culture.
• A fully inclusive school community, where every child and adult is supported and challenged to achieve their full potential.
• A dedicated, talented and supportive staff team who are committed to collaboration and bring energy and enjoyment to learning.
• A knowledgeable and experienced Governing Board, providing both support and appropriate challenge, with a strong commitment to wellbeing across the whole school community.
• Highly engaged parents and a supportive local community who contribute positively to school life.
• High-quality professional development opportunities that embrace innovation, encourage reflection and enable all staff to grow and flourish.
• A reflective, forward-thinking school with a strong outward-facing, research-driven approach, underpinned by robust self-evaluation, continuous improvement and a commitment to sustained excellence.

Tours are welcome and encouraged on 22nd, 24th and 27th April.
To arrange, please contact Jayne Walker at Admin@east-farleigh.kent.sch.uk

Information about the school

Engage. Excite. Empower.

East Farleigh is a small, single form entry village primary school set in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside. Our school offers a welcoming, caring and inclusive place of learning where children feel happy, safe and secure; this allows them to thrive in everything they do.

Our Vision:

• We will deliver a creative curriculum which instils the value of knowledge and skills, inspiring a love of learning. A culture of oracy lies at the heart of our curriculum.

• We will ensure leaders drive continuous improvement through effective decision-making based on current research and best practice.

• We will maximise opportunities to work with local, National and global partners to equip our children to be confident and courageous citizens

• We will provide a safe, inclusive environment that fosters openness and independence, celebrating diversity and promoting equality.

• We will optimise opportunities for all students to exceed expectations and reach their full potential, preparing them for their next stage of learning

• We will expect all members of our school community to respect each other and their environment, consistently upholding the highest standards of pro-social and pro-learning behaviours, self-reflection and regulation.

At East Farleigh Primary we recognise the diversity of talents that our students have, and help them to reach their full potential by supporting them in as many ways as possible.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Diane Scott
• Address:Vicarage Lane, East Farleigh, Kent, ME15 0LY
• Telephone: 01622 726364
• Email: dscott@east-farleigh.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Letter from Chair of Governors
• Employment of Ex Offenders
• Person Specification
• Job Description