Co-Headteacher

Kent Catholic Schools Partnership; Northfleet; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust is seeking a dynamic and innovative Headteacher for St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Northfleet, starting September 2026. The candidate should be a practising Catholic with strong leadership skills and a passion for children's well-being. The Trust promotes an inclusive working environment. Applications close on 26 January 2026, with interviews in early February. Salary ranges from L14 to L21 pro-rata.

Qualifications

• Practising Catholic
• Passionate about ensuring the best outcomes for children
• Creative and strong leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
• Ensure positive outcomes for children
• Create a diverse and inclusive environment

Job description

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 Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, from September 2026.

Salary & Benefits

Salary fromL14 to L21 (pro rata)

Location

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Northfleet
Springhead Road
Northfleet
Kent
DA11 9QZ

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Monday 26 January 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 02 February 2026

Please send your letter of application and related application documents directly to Sarah McBennett, Executive Director of Primary Education, c/o: [e-mail]

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:CTHSJN01