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Students thrive in ambitious and successful schools, ready for what the future has in store for them.
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Tenterden Schools Trust is a mixed multi academy trust in mid-Kent that currently runs one large secondary, five primaries and three nurseries.
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, especially in education, finance and the church or Christian ethos. You will also bring enthusiasm, curiosity and objectivity to the role in a drive to improve our organisation. All Trustees/Directors will sit on the Trust Board in order to set strategic direction, maintain financial probity and to hold the CEO to account.
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.
More information on this successful Trust can be accessed on the following website: https://www.tenterden-schools-trust.com
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, Education (you could be a practising CEO or deputy CEO of a MAT), Finance (accountant or similar) and Church (someone who can support the Christian ethos of our Church schools).
To apply, please send a CV or an expression of interest outlining your experience, to Mrs Berna Turner, Governance Professional at b.turner@tenterden-schools-trust.com. An informal discussion can be arranged with our CEO, Stuart Reeves, prior to application via the same email address.
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).
Home Farm Children's Nursery - Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)
Early Years Practitioner (Level 3)
Full time – 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £23,503 per annum
Two shift system – 7.45am - 4.00pm / 10.00am - 6.15pm
Home Farm Nursery has an opportunity for a self-motivated and passionate Early Years Practitioner who enjoys working with children and is hard working with a sense of humour.
We pride ourselves on providing high quality care to children aged 9 months to 5 years. Candidates will need to hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification as well as having experience and relevant training working with early years.
For full information on the role’s responsibilities and personal specification, please take a look at the attached job description. Please apply via Kent-teach.com or for more information please contact Kika nursery@homewood.kent.sch.uk or 01580 764222 Ext 2327.
Closing date for applications: early applications are encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.
All our vacancies are posted on the Kent-Teach.com website. Please click the logo below to apply, for more information please contact Kika nursery@homewood.kent.sch.uk or 01580 764222 Ext 2327.
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).
Home Farm Nursery - Early Years Practitioner Apprentice
Early Years Practitioner Apprentice
Fixed term contract depending on qualification level.
37 ½ hours per week
Two shift system – 7.45am - 4.00pm / 10.00am - 6.15pm
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to develop towards a qualification in Early Years Childcare while they earn.
The successful candidate will be able to show initiative and work well as part of the Home Farm Nursery Team. Working within a designated room and the wider nursery settings, you will have a flexible approach and a willingness to learn.
There will be a requirement to work effectively towards the qualifications associated to these apprenticeship opportunities as part of the terms of employment.
Salary: £12,480 per annum, however Apprentices will be entitled to the minimum wage appropriate for their age if they are aged 19 or over and have completed the first year of their apprenticeship.
An application form and more information can be accessed on the following website: www.tenterden-schools-trust.com or email 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.
Closing date for applications: an early application is encouraged as we review them 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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TST - Senior Finance Officer
Salary: NJC Scale 6, Points 18-22, £29,269 - £31,364 per annum
37 hours per week
We are looking for a confident and effective senior finance officer ready to make a positive impact in our Trust central team.The finance team is under an exciting stage of development and we are looking for someone who has a flexible and practical approach to change and who can be an important part of that evolution as we grow. You will already have excellent attention to detail, be adaptable and proactive and have great IT skills. The successful applicant will be highly numerate and able to process complex information; an understanding of balance sheets and financial reports would be beneficial. You will be able to act on your own initiative as well as be an important part of our team.
The successful candidate will support the Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO) by preparing for month end which will include the bank reconciliation and other finance control accounts. There will also be a requirement to assist the CFOO with the preparations for the internal and external auditors. They will be responsible for accurately processing financial transactions using the Trust accountancy software, ensuring that correct financial controls are followed. They will support the Finance Assistants with the processing of purchase orders and will work closely with the rest of the finance team to deliver outstanding service to all stakeholders.
More information on this successful Trust can be accessed on the following website: https://www.tenterden-schools-trust.com
For any queries about the role, please contact Traysi Higgin,t.higgin@tenterden-schools-trust.com.
At Tenterden Schools Trust we will consider requests for flexible working on hiring. For this role, flexible hours are available. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we will explore what is possible.
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.
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 - Higher Level Teaching Assistant
Salary: NJC Scale 4/5 Points 7-17 £18,273 - £21,640 (pro rata from £24,294 - £28,770)
32.5 hours per week, term time only
Initial Fixed Term Contract for 1 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 core subject lessons. The needs of the students will vary; some will have special educational needs such as Dyslexia or ASD. The successful candidate will 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 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 Maths/Numeracy or 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. 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.homewood-school.co.uk alternatively please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources via email: vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk .
Closing date for applications: 20th October 2024 however early applications are 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).
Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre - Teacher of Ethical and Religious Studies
Required from January 2025
Are you an inventive and forward-thinking teacher excited about the opportunity to share your passion for Religious Studies?
The successful candidate will need to be able to teach Religious Studies from KS3 to KS5; recent A-Level experience in these subjects is therefore desirable.
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 behaviour and academic progress of young people
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. We treat everyone as an individual and value personal strengths and qualities. 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.
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!
Closing date for applications: an early application is encouraged as we review applications as we receive them.
We are not accepting applications from employment agencies for this position but would be delighted to receive a direct application from you.
For any queries, please contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources 01580 764222 Ext 2351 or email vacancies@homewood.kent.sch.uk.
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. Tenterdan 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 - Teacher of Health and Social Care (Maternity)
Required from January 2025
Are you a qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Health and Social Care?
We are looking for an excellent classroom practitioner who will bring creativity and enthusiasm to our well-established team. It is essential to work as part of a team and be willing to share and embrace new ideas. The successful candidate will have a passion for their subject and be comfortable working in a practical environment and committed to raising the self- esteem of young people.
You will need to be able to teach Child Development at Level 2 and Children’s Play, Learning and Development at Level 3 as well as Health and Social Care at Level 2 and Level 3.
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. We treat everyone as an individual and value personal strengths and qualities. 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 from you.
Closing date: 6th October 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.
More information on this successful school can be accessed on the following website www.homewood-school.co.uk alternatively contact Megan Wanstall, Human Resources via 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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