Staff Vacancies
Trustee
Securing the future for young people in all our schools
Trustee Roles
If you are someone who…
- enjoys strategic leadership
- places a high value on education within our society and
- can ask challenging questions in a supportive way
…then we want to hear from you.
TST is looking for new Trustees who can use their skills and experience to help benefit over 2500 students within our schools. You will have leadership expertise and may be operating at Director level already. Either way, you will be aware of the 7 principles of public life and be able to join the Board of Directors as they provide strategic direction for our schools in Tenterden and the surrounding area. The Trust Board creates robust accountability, assurance and oversight of educational and financial performance and it is ambitious for all of its students.
We are looking for candidates with a range of leadership expertise and especially in finance, HR, change management, digital marketing and law. You will also bring enthusiasm, curiosity and objectivity to the role in a drive to improve our organisation.
The vision of Tenterden Schools Trust lies within our desire to serve the local community, getting students ready for what life has to throw at them and to create smooth transitions between all phases of education.
If you would like to be part of a passionate team that is helping to shape the future chances of young people please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you.
This is an unpaid voluntary role and you would be expected to attend 6 Board meetings a year and to be part of one of our committees, Finance, Academic Standards or Audit & Risk. To apply, please send a CV or an expression of interest outlining your experience, to Karen Douglas, Clerk to the Trust Board at k.douglas@tenterden-schools-trust.com. An informal discussion can be arranged with our CEO, Stuart Reeves, prior to application via the same email address.
Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre - Evening Caretaker
Evening Caretaker
Initially Fixed Term to 31st August 2024
Hours 6pm to 10pm, 20 hours per week
Salary: Site Team Scale 4 Points 7-11, (pro rata’d to £12,458 - £13.322)
Are you a practical person who can work independently using your own initiative, or as part of a team?
The successful candidate will have responsibility for the maintenance of the school site ensuring that rooms/buildings are open and ready for use by hirers; and are then locked appropriately to ensure the security of the school site. You will also assist with maintenance projects and renovations including external works. There is a requirement to be on call if any problems arise.
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.
More information on this successful school can be accessed on the following website: www.vacancies@tenterden-schools-trust.com
For any queries, please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources 01580 764222 Ext 2351 or email vacancies@tenterden-schools-trust.com.
Applications will be reviewed as received, so you may hear from us before the closing date which is 10th December 2023
All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website. Please click on the following logo to apply.
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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Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre - HLTA Maths
Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Mathematics
NJC Scale 4/5 Points 7-17
Salary: £18,273 to £2,1640 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: 31st December 2023 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.
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).
Job DescriptionSafeguarding PolicySchool Workforce Privacy NoticeRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre - Careers Advisor
CAREERS ADVISOR
NJC Scale 4 Scale Points 7 - 11 pro rata to £8,650 - £9,250
15 hours per week
Term Time plus 15 hours in the school holidays
Are you a qualified Careers Advisor looking for a part time post and keen to support the development of outstanding provision for Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) and employer engagement opportunities across our school?
The successful candidate will work with the Principal Teacher (Sixth Form & CEIAG), to provide high quality careers education throughout the school. You will offer CEIAG interviews to individual students or groups of students and keep accurate records of all meetings and advice given to track student intentions as they change. You will meet with parents and students to consider career options and relevant pathways.
Applicants should have a Diploma in Careers Guidance or Qualification in Careers Guidance to Level 6 (or working towards Level 6 providing you are currently Level 4 qualified) and have experience of working with young people. They should have the ability to challenge appropriately, be decisive and ensure impact. A capacity for sustained hard work is vital.
If you have any queries, please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources 01580 764222 Ext 2351 or email vacancies@tenterden-schools-trust.com.
Closing date: 3rd December 2023 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.
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).
Job DescriptionSafeguarding PolicySchool Workforce Privacy NoticeRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre - Teacher of English
Teacher of English
Initially a Fixed Term appointment from January to August 2024
Are you looking for a new challenge in a supportive and welcoming environment? We’re looking for a qualified Teacher of English to work with our students across all key stages to develop their learning - ECTs are also welcomed.
Our energetic and highly-motivated English department are actively engaged in an integrated programme of reading, writing, speaking and listening, drama and media activities. Assessment for learning, active learning and positive reinforcement are cornerstones of the department’s philosophy.
At Key Stage 3, all students follow a core of schemes of work that are cross-curricular in a highly creative learning environment. At Key Stages 3 and 4, students are generally taught in mixed-ability groups, although there is a single high-ability set in each of the timetabling bands.
At A Level, English Literature and English Language are consistently amongst the most popular subject choices of sixth form students. All courses follow AQA specifications. Results are consistently impressive with value added at every Key Stage.
In return, you will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent, discounts and offers with Kent Rewards and ongoing training and support to help you excel and develop your career as a teacher. Homewood School is part of Tenterden Schools’ Trust working in collaboration with local primary schools serving the beautiful Wealden town of Tenterden and the surrounding villages. All teaching staff are provided with an IT device and there is also a nursery based on the school site which offers discounts to Homewood Staff.
We are not accepting applications from employment agencies for this position but would be delighted to receive a direct application
All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website. Please click on the following logo to apply.
Closing date for applications: early applications are encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.
For any queries, please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources 01580 764222 Ext 2351 or email vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk.
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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Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre - Inclusion Support Assistant
NJC Scale 4/5 Points 7-17
Salary: £10,354 - £12,426 per annum for 20 hours per week, term time only
(Monday to Friday 1.00pm to 5.00pm)
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:
More information on this successful school can be accessed on the following website: www.vacancies@tenterden-schools-trust.com
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).
Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre - HLTA KS4 English
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 both this post is to provide support to targeted individual students, small groups and classes during Key Stage 4 and 5 GCSE English lessons. 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. The successful candidate will also be expected to deliver interventions to targeted students focusing on pre and post teaching of English set texts, exam skills and vocabulary.
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 English/Literacy 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 and is easily commutable via major roads and motorways from London. You will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent including discounts and offers with Kent Rewards. You will be provided with an IT device. 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.
All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website. Please click on the following logo to apply.
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. Homewood School 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).
Job DescriptionSafeguarding PolicySchool Workforce Privacy NoticeRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974