Current Vacancies

Assistant Facilities Manager

Salary: Site Team Scale 4, Points 18-22, £24,982- £27,041

39 hours per week

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Facilities Manager to assist in the day to day management of facilities across the Trust’s sites.  The role will include security, caretaking, and the maintenance of premises. 

The successful candidate will work with a professional, can do and proactive approach having had supervisory or management experience. They will be someone who takes pride in providing an environment which is safe, healthy, clean, and secure for our pupils, staff and visitors. They will also be highly effective and thrive in a varied role where no day is the same.

Previous school experience is desirable, as is Health and Safety and Building compliance knowledge.

Relevant trade experience such as carpentry or building is a key advantage.

In return, you will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent. There is an independent nursery based on the school site.

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: 26th September 2021, however early applications are 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. The successful candidate will be asked to apply for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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Teacher of Science

Teacher of Science

0.6FTE or full time considered

Required for January 2022

This is an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and forward thinking qualified teacher to join our thriving Science department. 

At Homewood School we encourage the use of a range of innovative teaching techniques and the successful candidate will join a collaborative and committed staff team who share a vision to succeed. In our modern facilities, our large science department teaches a variety of subjects and qualifications to develop our students up to Key Stage 5. Through a shared focus on teaching and learning, you will be a team player with the right attributes and focus for the day to day pressures that teaching brings.

Whether you are at the start of your career or an experienced teacher you will bring your enthusiasm for your subject and your ability to inspire and transform the lives of young people.  Our additional facilities are excellent; with a School Farm to promote conservation work, green issues, environmental science and curriculum enrichment through forensic sciences and dissection.  The department also has a rich programme of trips, visits and extra-curricular activities.

It’s a competitive market out there and we want to know what it is that makes you the one for us. Detail your successes in your completed application form and supporting letter and get us excited about you! 

In return, 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. All teaching staff are provided with an IT device, discounts and offers with Kent Rewards and there is an independent nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Tenterden Schools Trust Staff.

We are not accepting applications from employment agencies for this position but would be delighted to receive a direct application.

Application packs are available below or alternatively please send an email to Karen Nicholls in Human Resources vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk .

Early applications are 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. The successful candidate will be asked to apply for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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IT Technician Apprentice

IT Technician Apprentice

37 hours per week

Salary £8295 pa (£4.30 per hour)

We wish to appoint a highly motivated and forward thinking individual to train with us to provide first line technical support to Staff and Students both face to face and via remote.  Working within a busy support environment you will be part of our team dealing with technical issues raised through our central Helpdesk and escalate tickets to the Network Manager and the Trust IT Lead when required.

You will need to have good people skills, and have an interest in developing your knowledge of Microsoft and Google products.  You will learn to be proficient at hardware troubleshooting, configuration and repair skills and gain experience working in a medium to large network environment.  Skills required include experience of providing customer service, analytical and problem solving skills and confidence in communicating with people.  You will need to be reliable, creative, able to learn new skills quickly and be able to work as part of a team. GCSEs in Maths and English are required and GCSE ICT/Computer Science would be advantageous.

You will be required to attend college to complete an Apprenticeship, one day per week. You will receive on the job training and support that will lead to experience of maintaining and supporting a busy working environment. The challenges you will face and experience you will receive will enable the successful applicant to pursue a career in IT.

Closing date:  19th September 2021 however early applications are 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. The successful candidate will be asked to apply for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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Teacher of Mathematics

Required from January 2022
 
Are you looking for a new and exciting role? Does the opportunity of joining a large team of mathematicians ensuring all students not only achieve well, but develop an enjoyment of the subject entice you to look further?  
 
We would like to hear from you, whether you are newly qualified or have more experience as there are many opportunities to develop your teaching career.  This includes the ability to work a varied timetable teaching in either KS3, KS4 or KS5 according to your strengths.
 
If you have an ambitious outlook and a firm commitment to working we would like to hear from you especially if you have: 
 
• Organisational skills that allow you to get the most from every student
• A commitment to delivering outstanding lessons
• Enthusiasm for passing on your mathematics knowledge to young people of all backgrounds
• Communication skills and confidence to deliver teaching and learning
• High expectations of the behavior and academic progress of young people
 
It’s a competitive market out there and we want to know what it is that makes you the one we can invest in. 
 
In return, 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. All teaching staff are provided with an IT device, discounts and offers with Kent Rewards.  There is an independent nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Homewood Staff. 
 
More information on this successful school can be accessed on the following website:  www.tenterden-schools-trust.com.
 
Application packs are available from our school website alternatively please send an email to Miss Reid in Human Resources vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk.  
 
We are not accepting applications from employment agencies for this position but would be delighted to receive a direct application from you.
 
Closing date: 19th September 2021 however early applications are encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.
 
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community.  Homewood School 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. 
 

Higher Level Teaching Assistant KS3 English - 32.5 Hours per Week

You will be using your skills to provide support to targeted individuals, small groups and classes during KS3 English lessons.

Salary: NJC Scale 4/5 Points 7-17 pro rata to £15,047 to £18,341

32.5 hours per week, term time only

Initial Fixed term contract for one academic year

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 provide support to targeted individual students, small groups and classes during Key Stage 3 English lessons.  The needs of the students will vary; some will have special educational needs such as Dyslexia or ASD.

The appointed HLTA 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.  The successful candidate will also be expected to deliver interventions to targeted students focusing on pre and post teaching of Key Stage English set texts, exam skills and vocabulary.

As with all HLTAs the post holder will be expected to 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 or English/Literacy equivalent to at least NVQ Level 2. A Level 5 Dyslexia qualification, an HLTA qualification or evidence of working at this level would be advantageous.

Please download an application form from our school website alternatively please send an email to Miss L Scott-Smith in Human Resources vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk.

Closing date for applications: 29th August 2021 however early applications are encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community. Homewood School 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.

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Learning Support Assistant - 28 hours per week

Are you highly motivated, enthusiastic and keen to help children with their learning?

Fixed Term Contract initially to July 2022

Salary: NJC Scale 2/3 Points 3-6, 28 hours per week, term time only

£11,976 – £12,709 (Pro rata from £18,562 – £19,698)

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work closely with students aged 11-18 years who have a range of learning difficulties and/or disabilities. The successful candidate will be ideally confident to support student learning experiences according to need; this involves working with the classroom teachers to help students with reading, writing, verbal communication and literacy/numeracy.

It is necessary for the candidate to have qualification in Maths/Numeracy or English/Literacy equivalent to at least NVQ Level 2.

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

Application packs are available below, alternatively please send an email to Miss L Scott-Smith in Human Resources on vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk.

Closing date for applications: 29th August 2021, however early applications are encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community. Homewood School 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.

Application Form - AssociateInfo for Prospective ApplicantsEqualities MonitoringPrivacy Notice Ex-Offenders Policy