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St Augustine’s 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.
About Our School
St Augustine’s 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:
1. Our friendly, motivated pupils and positive learning environment
2. Our committed staff who work collaboratively and support one another
3. Our strong partnerships with parents, parish and the wider community
4. Our ambitious culture of continual improvement
The Role
As Deputy Headteacher, you will:
5. Support the Headteacher in leading the strategic direction and day‑to‑day management of the school
6. Model and promote outstanding teaching, learning and professional practice
7. Lead high‑quality professional development and contribute to whole‑school improvement
8. Oversee key areas of curriculum, assessment, pupil progress and inclusion
9. Take a leading role in safeguarding and the wellbeing of pupils
10. Support teachers and support staff in upholding excellent standards of behaviour, care and learning
11. Contribute to self‑evaluation, policy development and effective use of data
12. Foster strong relationships with staff, pupils, families, governors, parish and external partners
13. Hold a teaching commitment of 3 days 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:
14. Have been sacramentally initiated into the Catholic Church
15. Live in accordance with the teachings and moral life of the Church
16. Demonstrate their faith through their actions, leadership, and example
This ensures the school continues to grow as a joyful, faith‑filled Catholic community.
We Offer
17. A warm, caring and welcoming school community
18. Well‑motivated pupils who enjoy learning
19. A supportive, forward‑thinking leadership team and committed staff
20. Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
21. Strong Trust-wide networks and high‑quality KCSP CPD
22. A school community with strong parish links and engaged families
23. The chance to make a significant, lasting impact in a values‑driven Catholic school
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