Current Vacancies

Teacher of History 0.8FTE

Teacher of History 0.8FTE

Required for 27th August 2024

Are you a qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of History?

We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who will bring creativity and enthusiasm to our vibrant, dynamic team. The successful candidate will have a passion for History which will be passed onto our students both in lessons and extra-curricular activities.

With our ethos of ‘Learning, Respect and Belonging’, we have high aspirations for everyone and expect everyone to contribute positively to the school by working hard and participating in school activities.  You will enjoy a unique working environment in the beautiful town of Tenterden in the heart of the Weald of Kent.  We invest in our staff and you will be given a full induction programme and the support you require to progress wherever you are in your career.  We seek to develop our staff through a professional growth model and treat everyone as an individual; we value personal strengths and qualities.  Our school is set in a 55 acre site midway between London and the Channel Ports and is easily commutable via major roads and motorways.  We also have available discounts and offers with Kent Rewards, RAC and enhanced pension contributions, all teaching staff are provided with an IT device and there is a nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Homewood Staff.

It’s a competitive market out there and we want to know what it is that makes you the one we can invest in.  Detail your successes in your covering letter and get us excited about you.  

For any queries, please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources 01580 764222 Ext 2351 or email vacancies@tenterden-schools-trust.com.

Closing date: 25th February 2024 however an early application is encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.

All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website.   Please click on the following logo to apply.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.  Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be asked to apply for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

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SEND Administrator

22.5 hours (3 days) per week term time plus 6 days in the holidays

Salary Scale 3, Range 5-6 (pro-rata’d to £12,865 to £13,080)

We are looking to appoint an experienced administrator, able to work on their own initiative as necessary.  You will have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy working with students with a wide variety of needs within the Learning Support Department of this innovative secondary school.  Opportunities to work with individual or small groups of students for the right candidate.

You will be confident in being the central communication point for the department and, using your excellent ICT skills, you will have the ability to be adaptable.  Accurate organisational skills are essential and tactful management of telephone calls to inspire the confidence of students, parents and outside agencies is a must.

An application form and more information can be accessed on the following website:  www.tenterden-schools-trust.com or apply to vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk for an application form.

Closing date for applications:  Applications will be reviewed as received

All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website.   Please click on the following logo to apply.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.  Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

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Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Mathematics

Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Mathematics

 

NJC Scale 4/5 Points 7-17

Salary:  £18,273 to £21,640 per annum for 32.5 hours per week, term time only

Initial Fixed term contract

The successful candidate will be part of our Learning Support team working with students who experience difficulties in accessing the curriculum. 

The objective of this post is to boost the numeracy skills of targeted students to better enable these students to access the whole curriculum.  The needs of the students will vary; some will have special educational needs such as Dyslexia or ASD.  Our HLTAs would generally work with small groups of students, within the main classroom, to ensure students’ progress and to boost their confidence.  The role will involve planning, preparing and delivering group work or team teaching with the main class teacher. 

As with all HLTAs the post holder will progress students’ learning and with other professionals to support pupils’ social, emotional and physical wellbeing.  It is necessary for the candidate to have qualifications in Maths/Numeracy equivalent to at least NVQ Level 2.  The post requires a good standard of education and an attitude which is positive and supportive towards young people. 

We seek to develop our staff through a professional growth model and treat everyone as an individual; we value personal strengths and qualities.  Our school is set in a 55 acre site midway between London and the Channel Ports.  You will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent including discounts and offers with Kent Rewards, RAC and enhanced pension contributions.   There is also a nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Homewood Staff. 

If you have any queries, please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources 01580 764222 Ext 2351 or email vacancies@tenterden-schools-trust.com.

Closing date: an early application is encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.

All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website.   Please click on the following logo to apply.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.  Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

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Inclusion Support Assistant - 20 hours per week

20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 1.00pm to 5.00pm

Term Time (195 days) only

NJC Scale 4/5 Points 7-17, Salary pro rata to £10,354 - £12,426 per annum

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated person to work as part of a professional team within a self-contained unit, working with students who experience difficulties in accessing main stream education. 

The successful candidate will work with individual students and small groups, sometimes using distance learning or computer aided techniques.  The post holder will be expected to progress students’ learning and with other professionals, support pupils’ social, emotional and physical well-being.

The role will include support with duty management across the wider school and be the main person of contact for Twilight schooling.

It is necessary for the candidate to have qualifications in Maths/Numeracy and English/Literacy equivalent to at least NVQ Level 2, an HLTA qualification would be advantageous.

We seek to develop our staff through a professional growth model and treat everyone as an individual; we value personal strengths and qualities.  Our school is set in a 55 acre site midway between London and the Channel Ports and is easily commutable via major roads and motorways.  You will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent including discounts and offers with Kent Rewards, RAC and enhanced pension contributions.   There is also a nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Homewood Staff. 

All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website.   Please click on the following logo to apply.

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For any queries, please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources 01580 764222 Ext 2351 or email vacancies@tenterden-schools-trust.com.

Closing date: an early application is encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.  Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

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Theatre Technician

37 hours per week (flexibility with hours will be required)

Salary £22,737 - £23,114

We seek an enthusiastic, highly motivated and committed person who is able to work creatively and technically in theatre, and live performing arts environments. 

The successful candidate will join our Performing Arts Faculty and Theatre team supporting busy departments and a fully operational theatre.  You will have a flexible approach, excellent communication skills and be able to interact well with staff across all subject areas of the school, including supporting the Music Department with the recording studio. An interest in all aspects of theatre, enthusiasm, commitment and the ability to work creatively in a theatre designing lighting and sound for shows and events.

A good working knowledge of technical aspects of theatre, including sound, lighting and stage management will be required.  The position involves evening and weekend work specifically at busy production times during the calendar year and you must be happy working at heights.

You will be supported with professional development specifically with Health and Safety working in a theatre gaining accreditation (IOSH), first aid at work for theatres and lighting/sound design courses if applicable.

In return, you will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent, and ongoing training and support to help you excel and develop your career.  There is an independent nursery based on the school site.

An application form and more information can be accessed on the following websitewww.tenterden-schools-trust.com or apply to vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk for an application form.

All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website.   Please click on the following logo to apply.

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Closing date for applications:  Applications will be reviewed as received, so you may hear from us before the closing date which is 17th March 2024

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.  Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

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