Deputy Headteacher with Class Based Responsibility (0.5-0.6) FTE - Full-time

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Chatham

• Ref:MED887-3736-113L
• Posted:05/05/2026
• Pay:Leadership L12-16
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:22/05/2026 at 08:00
• Interviews:12 June 2026

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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is seeking an inspirational, committed and enthusiastic Deputy Headteacher to join our leadership team. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will work closely with the Headteacher to drive school improvement, uphold high standards of teaching and learning, and strengthen our mission as a Catholic school rooted in Gospel values.

This is a reserved post, open to practising Catholics who can actively support and promote the Catholic life, ethos and mission of our school.  this post includes class teaching responsibilities (approx 0.5-0.6 FTE) offering the perfect opportunity for a teacher to blend senior leadership with modelling best practice.

About Our School

St Thomas More is a welcoming, nurturing and vibrant school community where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish academically, spiritually and personally. As part of Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP)—a family of 32 Catholic schools across Kent—we are committed to providing high‑quality Catholic education, underpinned by faith, ambition, love and service.

We are proud of:

• Our friendly, motivated pupils and positive learning environment
• Our committed staff who work collaboratively and support one another
• Our strong partnerships with parents, parish and the wider community
• Our ambitious culture of continual improvement  

 The Role As Deputy Headteacher, you will:

• Support the Headteacher in leading the strategic direction and day-to-day management of the school
• Model and promote outstanding teaching, learning and professional practice
• Lead high-quality professional development and contribute to whole-school improvement
• Oversee key areas of curriculum, assessment, pupil progress and inclusion
• Take a leading role in safeguarding and the wellbeing of pupils
• Support teachers and support staff in upholding excellent standards of behaviour, care and learning
• Contribute to self-evaluation, policy development and effective use of data
• Foster strong relationships with staff, pupils, families, governors, parish and external partners
• Hold a teaching commitment of 0.5-0.6 FTE per week

Catholic Leadership As Deputy Headteacher, you will play a central role in shaping and sustaining the Catholic life of the school.

This is a reserved post, open to practising Catholics who:

• Have been sacramentally initiated into the Catholic Church
• Live in accordance with the teachings and moral life of the Church
• Demonstrate their faith through their actions, leadership, and example This ensures the school continues to grow as a joyful, faith-filled Catholic community.
• Supporting documents for recruitment - https://www.catholiceducation.org.uk/ 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and achieving equal opportunities and combating discrimination.  Any other of employment will be subject to references suitable to us and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, and online search.

Information about the school

St Thomas More Catholic Primary School is a Voluntary Aided , two form entry mixed Catholic Primary School with 420 pupils aged between 4-11 years old.

St Thomas More is part of the KCSP which is proud of all members of the community, especially the children. They are happy, loving and lively; always ready to welcome and full of fun. Staff are committed, ensuring that the children receive the best care and education. Governors work hard to support the school community, sharing their skills and monitoring all aspects of school life.

Our school is linked to our Parish Church, St Simon Stock, in Walderslade, Chatham, Kent currently under the guidance of our Parish Priest, Father Joseph.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Christine Fillingham
• Address:Bleakwood Road, Walderslade, Chatham, Chatham, Kent, ME5 0NF
• Telephone: 01634 864 701
• Email: fillc002@st-thomasmore.medway.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description
• Person Specification
• Catholic Application form