What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an enthusiastic and committed teacher looking to make a real difference in children's lives?
We are looking for a dedicated and inspiring Classroom Teacher to join Kings Ash Academy on a fixed-term basis until August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and forward-thinking team that puts children at the heart of everything we do.
At Kings Ash Academy, we are passionate about making learning irresistible. We pride ourselves on providing a nurturing, inclusive, and safe environment where every child can thrive. Whether you're an Early Career Teacher or an experienced educator, you'll be fully supported and encouraged to develop professionally as part of our welcoming school and wider Trust community.
We are looking for a teacher who:
• Is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging lessons in Key Stage 2
• Builds positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
• Is reflective, open to feedback, and keen to grow professionally
• Will contribute to the wider life and development of the school
• Believes in our vision of providing a caring and stimulating learning environment for all children
We offer:
• A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community
• High-quality support and mentoring for ECTs
• Opportunities for professional growth within a strong and supportive Trust
• A leadership team that values your well-being and professional voice
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on children's learning and lives
Join Us
At Kings Ash Academy, we are proud to be part of a growing Trust that shares our commitment to excellent education and community engagement. If you’re passionate about teaching, eager to contribute to school life, and committed to helping children succeed, we would love to hear from you.
What the school offers its staff
Our School
Kings Ash Academy is a happy, inclusive, and thriving school committed to providing a supportive environment for both our students and staff. We work closely with our parents and the wider community to ensure our students have every opportunity to reach their full potential. From our high-quality Nursery provision to Key Stage 2, we foster a love of learning, personal growth, and academic achievement in a safe and nurturing environment.
As part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, we offer unlimited professional development opportunities to help our staff grow and achieve their career goals. We believe in investing in our team because when we support our staff, we create a stronger, more successful school community.
Our broad, balanced, and creative curriculum encourages independent thinking, collaboration, and the development of essential life skills, preparing our children to thrive both academically and personally. At Kings Ash Academy, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, aspire, and achieve their highest potential.
Click here to learn more about our school and vision
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust
The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South West, South, South East, and East of England.
We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances.
That’s why we invest in our people and are recognised as the Multi Academy Trust Association Employer of the Year for 2025/2026, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.
Learn more about our Vision and Values here
Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?
We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:
• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways for professional development including Chartered Teacher status, regular MAT meets to share best practice and range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers and preferential access to Benenden Health.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
Next Steps
If you are interested in working at our school, benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!
Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
We strongly encourage anyone who may be interested in working at our school to contactEmma Varney (Office Manager) via emailemma.varney@kingsash.tsat.ukto arrange an informal conversation about the role.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please emailrecruitment@tsatrust.org.uk
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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