Are you committed to giving children the best possible start in life? Are you passionate about providing children with unique and exciting learning opportunities? Are you able to work collaboratively as part of a supportive and dedicated team?
If so, Bishop Ridley might be the school for you!
What we can offer:
• A genuine opportunity to be on the ground from the start of a new provision
• Strong leadership support and collaborative working
• A school committed to inclusion across all classrooms
• CPD and SEND development opportunities
• Collaborative staff team and positive working environment
• A clear vision for our staff and pupils: One Community, Learning and Growing Together, Sharing the Love of God.
To apply for this vacancy please download and complete the application form, from the downloads section below, paying particular attention to Section 4 of the form; to indicate how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Person Specification. Applications should be submitted via email to [email protected]. Alternatively, paper applications should be sent to Bishop Ridley C of E Primary School, Northumberland Avenue, Welling, Kent, DA16 2QE. CVs will not be accepted.
The closing date for applications is midday on Monday, 1st June 2026.
Interviews are planned to take place at 9:30am on Friday, 5th June 2026.
References will be requested for applicants shortlisted for interview only and prior to interview. An example of the reference pro-forma is available to view from the downloads section below (Appendix A).
Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete and return a Self-Disclosure form prior to interview.
Online Searches will be carried out on shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any concerns will be discussed with candidates at interview. Further vetting checks including an enhanced DBS, incorporating a check of the Children’s Barred List, will be undertaken on provisional offer.