Headteacher

Overview

Are you a practising Catholic? Are you passionate about ensuring the best outcomes for children? Are you a creative and strong leader with the vision and ability to inspire and positively motivate a team? If the answer to these questions is yes, then our Trust would love to hear from you! The Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP), a multi-academy trust (MAT) established by the Archdiocese of Southwark for Catholic education across Kent. Currently a MAT comprising 32 schools (27 primary and 5 secondary), our Trust is seeking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Headteacher for one of our wonderful schools - St Simon of England Primary in Ashford, from Easter 2026.

Salary & Benefits

L8-L21, dependent upon experience

Location

St Simon of England Catholic Primary School
Noakes Meadow
Ashford
Kent
TN23 4RB

Job Description and Application Information

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Role Advert
• CES Application Form
• Notes for Applicants
• CES Recruitment Monitoring Form
• CES Rehabilitation of Offenders Act Declaration Form
• CES Consent to Obtain References Form

Deadline and how to apply

Please apply by 5pm on Friday 31st October 2025 by sending your completed application forms to office@kcsp.org.uk 

Equal opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We actively promote equality across all areas of employment and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of our staff—including a strong focus on mental health, family-friendly policies, and inclusive practices that reflect the richness of our school communities.

Together, we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the children and families we serve.

Job reference:SSAHT01