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Headteacher
Full-time, Permanent
L12 - L18
Required to start: January 2026
Ditton Junior School is on a journey of improvement, with strong foundations in place & a dedicated team ready to embrace the next phase. The children are full of potential, the community is eager for renewed connection, & the support of the Aletheia Academies Trust provides a powerful platform for success.
We are looking for a Headteacher with the vision, resilience, and enthusiasm to lead with purpose; someone who sees challenge as opportunity & is committed to shaping a school where every child can thrive & every voice is valued.
Ditton Junior School is a vibrant school with a clear Christian identity & a commitment to nurturing the whole child. A critical part of the Headteacher’s role is ensuring our core values: Compassion, Love, Perseverance, Respect, and Responsibility are woven into every aspect of school life, guiding our curriculum, relationships, and daily interactions ensuring a nurturing environment where children develop both character & academic strength.
Leading Ditton Junior School is an exciting & deeply rewarding opportunity to work with a passionate team & an engaged community, unlocking the full potential of every child, & shaping a school that inspires pride, connection, & a lifelong love of learning.
Why work at Ditton Junior School?
• Trust-wide commitment to your ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD) including secondment options & mentorship opportunities
• Unlimited access for you & your family to 24/7 GP telephone consultations.
• Access to a wide array of discounts including Motorfinity, Kent Rewards & Blue Light Card.
• Free access to mental health & wellbeing support including counselling, mindfulness & physiotherapy sessions
• Free annual eye tests & flu vaccinations each year
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