Vacancy

Employment type: Full-time
Salary: £78,702 - £86,803
Close date: 18th March 2026 at Midday
Date of Interviews: Thursday 23rd April & Friday 24th April
Position start date: September 2026

Are you looking to join a school where creativity, passion and genuine care shape every child’s learning journey?

The governors at Castle Hill Community Primary School in Folkestone, are looking for their next headteacher to continue the school's successful trajectory. We are dedicated to providing the very best educational experience for every pupil, believing wholeheartedly that learning should be both enjoyable and inspiring. Our vibrant, community‑focused environment is built on strong values: honesty, respect, tolerance, perseverance and teamwork. As a school at the heart of its community, we are proud of our nurturing ethos and the positive relationships we build with pupils, families and stakeholders alike. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and ready to help shape a place where children truly flourish, we would love to welcome you to our team

What We Are Looking For:

• An inspirational leader with proven excellent leadership skills. 
• A commitment to realising the potential of every child.
• An outstanding practitioner with a commitment to providing a broad and balanced curriculum; recognising and supporting individual learning needs.
• An ability to inspire and motivate others and realise potential in team members at all levels.
• Build on the successes of our recent ‘Good’ Ofsted rating.
• A commitment to excellence and lifelong learning.
• Sound, proven organisational and financial skills. 
• An individual who is approachable and actively listens to the school community.
• A drive to strengthen and build collaborative networks both within the school community and externally.

What Can We Offer You?

• Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school.
• A dynamic and dedicated staff team who put the children at the heart of all that they do.
• A welcoming and safe learning environment, a modern building and large grounds.
• Supportive and experienced governors who are committed to working in partnership with a stable, experienced leader.
• An opportunity to build on the momentum of current progress and successes.
• A healthy budget to support future success.
• A vibrant, diverse and inclusive school that makes for an inspiring place to work.
• A school that prioritises wellbeing for all, including staff.
•  A competitive salary. 

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).