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Class Teacher - Full-time

English Martyrs' Catholic School, Rochester

  • Ref:MED887-3729-5T
  • Posted:23/04/2026
  • Pay:Dependant on experience
  • Start Date:September 2026
  • App Close Date:11/05/2026 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Week commencing 11 May 2026

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This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher to join our school family.  English Martyrs’ RCP is a small and friendly school that has been graded as a ’Good’ school both by Ofsted and by its denominational inspection. Pupils describe their school as “a place of peace and a source of inspiration”. They know that everyone is “valued and included”. Parents frequently describe the school as “caring and friendly”. (Ofsted, July 2023)

 

English Martyrs’ RCP is a one-form entry primary school built on strong Catholic ethos and values. It is situated in Frindsbury, Strood which has fantastic links to London and the rest of Kent via High Speed Rail and the A2/M2 motorway.  It is an inclusive and energetic school at the heart of the community.

 

We are looking for a teacher who has a proven track record of consistently delivering excellent lessons and who is a team player. The suitable candidate will ideally be able to teach across the age range. 

 

We can offer support and CPD, a welcoming and friendly school, supportive parents and governors. As a member of Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP) the successful candidate will have the added support and guidance afforded by a well-established multi-academy trust.

 

English Martyrs’ School prides itself on its commitment to inclusive education, extra-curricular activities and development of the ‘whole-child’.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Offer of appointment is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. In addition, in line with KCSIE guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, online searches on shortlisted candidates will be carried out.

 

Visits to the school are encouraged. For further information, or to make an appointment to speak to the Headteacher, please contact Miss Laura Chandler on 01634 718964 or by e-mail (office@englishmartyrs.medway.sch.uk).

 

Start date: September 2026

Closing date: Monday 11 May 2026

Interview date: week commencing 11 May 2026

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found.

Information about the school

English Martyrs is a popular, well respected and self-improving school which was recently judged to be a good school (Ofsted, July 2023). Denominational inspectors deemed the school to be good with outstanding features.

Our school is known for its friendly, caring environment where children thrive. As a Catholic school, we create an atmosphere in which children can grow into the fullness of their faith. We develop their understanding of, and respect for, people of all faiths and cultures. We value parents as children’s first teachers. We aim to educate our pupils in every way so that they are friendly, spiritual and caring individuals who enjoy learning and achieve their potential in all areas.

We provide a welcoming, safe environment in which children learn to speak and behave properly and to care for and comfort others. We encourage the children to carry these lessons with them into their every-day lives whilst they are at our school and when they move on.

Our vision is to be a school community that works together to achieve excellence; where all are valued; where children become resilient and confident; have no limits placed upon them and grow as individuals in God's love.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Catherine Thacker
  • Address:English Martyrs' RC Primary School, Frindsbury Road, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4JA
  • Telephone: 01634 718 964
  • Email: office@englishmartyrs.medway.sch.uk

Fax: 01634 297 811

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.