Headteacher (St Augustine's Primary, Tunbridge Wells)

Overview

Are you a practising Catholic with a passion for shaping the future of children? Do you have the vision, creativity, and leadership skills to inspire a dedicated team? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you. St Augustine’s is a welcoming, one form entry primary school serving the Parish of St Augustine and the wider local community. It is an inclusive school where every child is nurtured, challenged, and encouraged to grow spiritually and academically. Set in beautiful grounds in the heart of Tunbridge Wells, an area known for its natural The Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP) is a Multi Academy Trust established by the Archdiocese of Southwark to promote and protect Catholic education across Kent. We are a family of 32 schools (27 primary and 5 secondary) united by our shared mission and Gospel values. We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and visionary Headteacher to lead St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School in Tunbridge Wells from September 2026.

Salary & Benefits

L14-L21

Location

St Augustine's Primary, Tunbridge Wells
Wilman Road
Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN4 9AL

Application Pack and Role Information

The Role

Reporting to the Area School Improvement Partner, the Headteacher will:

• Build upon the strong foundations already in place
• Lead the day‑to‑day management of the school
• Inspire and develop a talented, enthusiastic staff team
• Ensure the highest standards of learning, safeguarding, and pastoral care
• Champion the school’s mission of “Growing together”

We are looking for a leader who can guide the school confidently into its next chapter while remaining firmly rooted in its Catholic identity.

Catholic Leadership

The Headteacher plays a central role in shaping and sustaining the Catholic life of the school. As such, we are seeking to appoint a practising Catholic who will provide inspirational Catholic leadership and be recognised by pupils, families, and the parish as the school’s spiritual and educational leader. For reserved posts within Catholic education, a practising Catholic is defined as someone who:

• Has been sacramentally initiated into the Catholic Church
• Lives in accordance with the teachings and moral life of the Church
• Demonstrates outwardly the faith they hold interiorly, inspired by the Gospel and sustained by God’s grace

This ensures the Headteacher is able to authentically uphold the religious ethos and character of the school.

Visits and Applications

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. They offer a wonderful opportunity to experience the school’s ethos, community, and environment firsthand. Please contact the school office on 01892 529 796 to arrange a visit.

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Deadline and how to apply

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday 20 April 2026

Interviews to be held during the week commencing: Monday 27 April 2026

Start date: 01 September 2026

Please send your letter of application and related application documents directly to Sarah McBennett, Director of Education (Primary) c/o: office@kcsp.org.uk Your supporting statement should be limited to 2,000 words max. and should outline why you feel you are suited to this role, what you believe you can bring to the academy and detail your experience to date, skill set and qualifications.

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.

St Augustine’s Primary and KCSP are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and require all staff, helpers and governance committee members to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and a section 128 check.

Job reference:HTSAT2026