Job Description

St Anselm's Catholic Primary School

Kent
34,398 - 46,839 per year

Salary:

Additional Benefits include - o 24/7 Private GP Surgery inc Private Prescription Service o Musculoskeletal Services (to 200 a year) o Counselling Services (6 Face to Face sessions/Telephone Counselling/Emotional o Support & Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

13 October 2025

Job overview

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KS2 Teacher

Full Time from January 2026

Main Pay Scale (Fringe)

St Anselm's is a warm, vibrant and forward-looking school, where children thrive through high-quality teaching and learning. We are proud of our strong Catholic ethos and our commitment to ensuring every child achieves their very best.

We are excited to welcome a passionate and ambitious KS2 Teacher to our dedicated team from January 2026.

We are looking for someone who:Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for every child Inspires curiosity and a love of learning across the curriculum Works collaboratively and positively as part of a supportive team Brings strong classroom management skills with a nurturing approach Shares our Catholic ethos and contributes to the wider life of our school Can motivate, guide and celebrate every child's achievements Creates an engaging, stimulating and well-organised learning environment Communicates effectively with pupils, colleagues and parents


We can offer you:A friendly, welcoming school community with a strong Catholic ethos Enthusiastic and motivated children who are eager to learn and proud of their school A supportive and approachable leadership team, staff, governors and parents A well-resourced one-form entry school where creativity and innovation are encouraged A strong commitment to staff wellbeing - we are proud to hold the Wellbeing Award for Schools.


At St Anselm's, we believe happy teachers make the best teachers, and we are dedicated to supporting the professional and personal wellbeing of our staff.

We warmly encourage visits to the school so you can experience our community first-hand. To arrange an appointment, please contact the school office on 01322 225173 or email mrs.woodhams@st-anselms.kent.sch.uk.

St Anselm's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.

About St Anselm's

St Anselm's is a thriving one-form entry Catholic primary school with 211 children. We are a happy, welcoming and ambitious school community, proud of our strong Catholic ethos, which lies at the heart of everything we do.

We work closely with parents, carers and our parish community to create a caring and effective learning environment where children are encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually. Expectations are high, and so too are the rewards: children leave St Anselm's confident, responsible and well-prepared for the next stage of their learning journey.

What makes St Anselm's special?

A joyful and caring atmosphere - our children are happy, enthusiastic and eager to learn. A dedicated team - our teachers, teaching assistants and support staff go above and beyond to ensure every child feels valued and achieves their best. Strong partnerships - with families, carers and St Vincent's Parish, creating a true sense of community. An inspiring curriculum - designed to spark curiosity, develop creativity and thinking skills, and nurture spirituality.

Our Achievements:

We are proud to celebrate several recent successes that reflect the strength and dedication of our school community:

Ofsted Inspection (January 2025)

: Outstanding in both Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development. Inspectors highlighted the kindness, resilience and responsibility of our pupils, as well as their enthusiasm for learning.

Catholic Schools Inspectorate (February 2024)

: Outstanding in all areas, recognising the strength of our Catholic life and mission.

Wellbeing Award for Schools (July 2025)

: The report praised the exceptional leadership of wellbeing at all levels, highlighting our strong sense of community, embedded support systems, and unwavering focus on the wellbeing of every child, parent and member of staff.

OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning)

: Awarded the prestigious Platinum Standard Quality Mark (September 2025) for our commitment to high-quality play opportunities.


These achievements highlight our commitment to nurturing confident, well-rounded children who embrace challenge, show respect for others, and live out strong values in everything they do.

At St Anselm's, we believe education should be inspiring, supportive and rooted in joy. Together, with our families and parish, we strive to create a school where children and staff truly thrive.

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St Anselm's Catholic Primary School

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St Anselm's Catholic Primary School

Littlebrook Manor Way, Temple Hill, Dartford
Kent
DA1 5EA
United Kingdom

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