Class Teacher - Full-time

Woodchurch CEP School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3145-197T
• Posted:12/05/2026
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:1st September 2026
• App Close Date:22/05/2026 at 16:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Join our village school and let your light shine!

Woodchurch CE Primary is a small, rural Church of England school nestled in the heart of the Kent countryside. We are proud of our warm, inclusive ethos, strong community links, and commitment to ensuring every child is known, valued, and supported.

The Role

• Start Date: 1 September 2026

• Salary: MPS

• Contract: Permanent

• Basis: Full-time

We believe in finding the right person rather than a specific "fit." Because we have a flexible and collaborative team, many of our current staff are open to moving year groups to accommodate the strengths and passions of a new colleague. Therefore, we are delighted to welcome applications from teachers across the full primary range (EYFS to Year 6).

Why Woodchurch might be the perfect fit for you:

• We are a single-form entry school with class sizes capped at 26, enabling strong relationships and truly responsive teaching.

• Beautiful Rural Setting: Our school combines character and tradition with modern, well-resourced facilities in a stunning countryside location.

• A Values-Driven Community: We have a deeply rooted Christian ethos and a wonderful connection to All Saints’ Church and the local village.

• Collaborative Growth: As part of the Flourish Together Federation, we work closely with High Halden CE Primary for shared CPD, planning, and professional support.

• True Work-Life Balance: Benefit from one day of PPA every fortnight, with the flexibility to take it at home.

• A Caring Culture: You’ll be joining a supportive staff who believe in professional growth, mutual kindness, and a shared sense of purpose.

What we are looking for:

We welcome applicants of any specialism—your enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to children are what matter most to us. We hope you will:

• Inspire and engage children with exciting, differentiated learning experiences.

• Embrace and promote our Christian values and inclusive ethos.

• Collaborate with colleagues across our federation to contribute to shared planning and CPD.

• Foster strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider community.

Visit Us

Visits are warmly encouraged! Come and see what life at Woodchurch is like—tour the classrooms, meet our children and team, and experience our unique atmosphere for yourself.

We look forward to hearing from passionate, caring professionals who want to contribute to our vibrant school family.

Information about the school

Woodchurch Church of England Primary School has 165 children on roll and is situated in the heart of the Kent countryside in the village of Woodchurch, 6 miles from Ashford and 4 miles from Tenterden. We are a school at the heart of the community, that puts children at the heart of everything we do. Our site consists of a mixture of Victorian and modern buildings.

Woodchurch CE Primary School plays a central role within a close-knit village community. We enjoy a well-established relationship with the wider parish. We are proud of our inclusive, Christian ethos and benefit from strong, mutually supportive links with the local community, church and parents.

As a school we value each individual child and strive to provide a stimulating, learning experience for all our children. We are committed to ensuring that each child achieves their very best whilst in our care.

Our confident and engaging children are key to the welcoming family atmosphere you will find here at our amazing school. Our parents care about their children’s education, and we have a very active parent and friends association. You will be supported by a great Governing Body. We have strong links with our collaboration, Tenterden Rural Alliance made up other schools, including primary and secondary schools.

To find out more about us visit our fantastic school website.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Kelly Burlton and Mrs Caroline Ridley
• Address:Bethersden Road, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3QJ
• Telephone: (01233) 860232
• Email: kburlton@woodchurch.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01233) 860804