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Deputy Headteacher - Full-time

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Ashford

  • Ref:KCC886-3716-107L
  • Posted:03/06/2021
  • Pay:L3-8
  • Start Date:Sept/ Jan
  • App Close Date:24/06/2021 at 12:00
  • Interviews:To be confirmed

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We are excited to announce that we are looking to recruit a talented and dynamic Deputy Headteacher from Sept 2021 or Jan 2022 depending on applicant's notice period. 

Are you someone who embraces challenge and constantly strives to improve performance through inspiring and leading others? Can you contribute to the growth and development of our successful school? Can you keep your head and smile when all about you are losing theirs? Are you a practising Catholic looking to take a lead role in a Catholic school?  The role involves taking on the SENC0 role for 2.5 days a week; experience as a SENCo would be an advantage but not a requirement as the successful candidate would be supported to undertake the SENCo qualification, once they take up the post.

If you fit our requirements, you will find a warm welcome and an ever-ready cup of tea awaiting you at St.Teresa’s.  

We are a single form entry primary school with 218 pupils located on a very pleasant and spacious site close to Ashford town centre and the M20. We are part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership multi-academy trust, one of the largest and most successful academy chains currently operating.  We achieved a very strong good in both our Section 8 OFSTED in Jan 2020 and in our Denominational Inspection in March 2020. Please take time to read our very positive reports.

We enjoy a well-established relationship with the wider parish. We are proud of our inclusive, Catholic ethos and benefit from strong, mutually supportive links with the local community, church and parents. 

Our confident and engaging children are key to the welcoming family atmosphere you will find at our oversubscribed school. Our parents care deeply about their children’s education. You will be supported by a Governing Body which is committed to your professional development. In return we ask that you share our vision and our passion for delivering the highest possible learning experiences for our children.

St.Teresa’s has a reputation for high standards and is looking for a team player who wants to work as part of a vibrant, purposeful staff team. We pride ourselves on our hardworking and passionate team who are dedicated to the excellence of our school and the educational experience of our pupils. You will be a role model for other staff in this respect.

We will ensure that your leadership skills are well supported and nurtured in your role as our Deputy Headteacher and we can offer experience across many aspects of school life.

If you feel you have the drive and courage to bring fresh and successful ideas to our school, we would love to hear from you. The application form should be downloaded from Kent Teach and emailed directly to the headteacher    headteacher@st-teresas.kent.sch.uk 

To gain a better appreciation of our school, prior to making an application, visits are positively encouraged.

Contact details 01233 622797

School website http://www.st-teresas.kent.sch.uk/

Information about the school

St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School is a single form entry school, based in Ashford, Kent. The school is set in beautiful eco-friendly grounds that are used effectively to support learning.

OFSTED and our Denominational Inspections (2020) both state that St. Teresa's is a good school.

We are proud to be part of a thriving community, that is well supported by our parents and families and the local parish church. Our children are regularly involved in church life.

As part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership, we are lucky to be able to share best practice with our academy partners. This ensures wonderful support, development and a wide range of opportunities for both children and staff.

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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.