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Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant (Level 3 Qualified)Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Chatham, Kent \n Join Our Team - Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant \n We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Level 3 qualified Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team from September 2026. \n This is a full-time position based at our school in Chatham, Kent, offering the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our youngest learners. \n The successful candidate will: \n\n • \n Hold a recognised Level 3 Early Years qualification. \n • \n Have experience working within an EYFS setting. \n • \n Be passionate about supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing. \n • \n Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills. \n • \n Create a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment. \n • \n Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. \n\n We can offer: \n\n • \n A welcoming and supportive school community. \n • \n Friendly and experienced colleagues. \n • \n Opportunities for continued professional development. \n • \n Enthusiastic, happy children who are eager to learn. \n • \n A positive and rewarding working environment. \n\n If you are committed to giving every child the very best start to their education, we would love to hear from you. \n Start Date: September 2026Contract: Full-TimeLocation: Chatham, Kent \n CONTACT YASMINE PITMAN AT ACADEMICS WITH UPDATED CV

JOB TITLE: Barbering TeacherCLOSING DATE: 22 June 2026INTERVIEW DATE: 30 June 2026START DATE: ASAPSALARY: MPS 1 to MPS 6LOCATION: Oasis Restore Secure School, Rochester, KentWORKING PATTERN: This is a full-time role, but we will consider part-time applicants and flexible working arrangementsAre you passionate about your field of expertise and want to share this with the next generation of Barbers?Are you able to pass on knowledge in a way that makes it fun for young people to learn?Do you want to be a part of a new way of teaching and a courageous team developing the UKs first secure school?We are offering an exciting opportunity for a teacher of barbering and/or hair and beauty to join the team in contributing to and delivering an outstanding curriculum at the UKs first secure school. We are looking for people with experience of teaching or a career in trade looking to make a transition into teaching and make a difference to the lives of children in custody. Whilst the role is advertised as full time, we can consider flexible working requests such as part time working by the successful candidate.When considering any such requests we would match this against our operating requirements. If you would be interested in exploring whether we could potentially accommodate a flexible working pattern or not, please can you state this in the additional sheet within the application form providing as much detail as possible. Our full-time working patterns are Monday to Friday at 35 hours per week.Oasis Restore represents a revolution in youth justice: an opportunity for children within the criminal justice system to experience a truly restorative environment, that creates the potential for them to thrive in the future. As a founding teacher, you will play a key role in designing and delivering a curriculum that provides a nurturing, therapeutic and educational community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children in our care. Come and develop your career within an organisation dedicated to transforming lives.The role and what we are looking for?Your role as a teacher will be integral to the progress of all children at Oasis Restore, to deliver a skills-based curriculum, which will enable children to explore a potential future in the trade and promote independent self-case skills. You will be responsible for outstanding teaching that develops curious and dedicated learners and meets their individual needs and interests. You will have the opportunity to deliver a second subject area, developing your own practice with the necessary support to deliver consistently outstanding teaching. You will launch and continuously contribute to a creative curriculum underpinned by progressive pedagogies, in line with the national curriculum and a variety of formal qualifications, setting a true gold standard for learning.You will be an integral part of a passionate, committed, and ground-breaking multidisciplinary team, working integratively towards improving the outcomes for children so often overlooked. Together, we will devise strategies to empower children to take ownership of their own learning journeys, so preparing them for successful transitions into the next phase of their journey. You will teach class sizes of 5 children, with the support of two additional staff to tailor learning support to each student in a specially designed education buildings with brand new equipment, technology and software.As a champion of restorative practice, you will place relational connection at the heart of everything you do. Your work will be the driving force that enables children to transition out of Oasis Restore with the support in place for them to succeed in the next step of their journeys.Our Secure SchoolOasis Restore is the UKs first secure school that is a proof-of-concept policy initiative funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the Youth Custody Service. Oasis Restores mission is to transform the life chances of children aged 12-18 years in the criminal justice system through delivering psychologically informed, integrated practice that centres on trusted, safe relationships between staff and children. Oasis Restore is a learning community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children beyond the secure school. To read more about us please visit our websiteBenefits to StaffAs a newly established subsidiary of the Oasis Charitable Trust, you enjoy the benefit of being part of a national organisation that aims to support all staff to reach their full potential and a once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation.Class sizes of approximately 5 children, with 2 additional support staffA minimum of 15% planning, preparation, and assessment time (PPA)Use of brand new, specially designed classrooms and ICT suite with course-specific software.Reduced teacher workload, exams and at home marking expectationA mixture of one to one and group reflective practise, coaching & supervision sessions as well as regular line management.Experience an Appraisal policy that decouples pay and performance.An elected staff forum to listen to, and act on, staff feedback.Access to a competitive defined benefit pension scheme (either the Teachers Pensions Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme subject to individual scheme rules).40 days annual leave including bank holidays (see application pack for staff working pattern)Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria, be entitled to up to 8 weeks full-pay and 18 weeks half-pay paid maternity/adoption/shared parental leave (based broadly on the NHS Employers scheme).Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria be entitled to up to 3 weeks fully paid paternity leave.Paid time off to attend antenatal appointments (those staff who are either pregnant or whose partner is pregnant)Have a structured and bespoke induction training plan plus a training offer bespoke to our context leading to a level 4 qualification in the therapeutic care of adolescents.Receive the same offer of sick leave pay (based broadly on the length of service in the national Green Book framework) from Day 1 of employment.Up to 5 days discretionary paid compassionate/emergency/general leave plus further discretionary unpaid leaveUp to 4 weeks paid parental bereavement leave plus up to 5 days paid bereavement leave for the death of other specified close relatives.Expenses and travel costs incurred as part of the working day (as appropriate, not including travel to work)Access to an eye care vouchers scheme, season Ticket Loans, a cycle to work scheme and free car parking.We offer a Westfield Health healthcare cash plan and a wide range of employee discounts as part of our commitment to staff wellbeing.What are you waiting for? Apply todayIf you have not been invited to attend interview by 5pm on Friday 26th June 2026, you should assume that your application has not been successful. Unfortunately, we will not be able to provide feedback on your application at this stage.Safeguarding and Pre-Employment ChecksWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks including references and right to work checks. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This post is also covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.Equality, Diversity, and InclusionAt Oasis Restore we recognise that our team is strengthened by the knowledge, experience and insights people from a wide range of backgrounds can bring. These beliefs and values are underpinned by decades of work and experience that Oasis has had in a wide range of sectors including education, housing and youth-work supported further by a wide range of independent research and studies elsewhere which evidence that creating teams with diverse experience and perspectives, and encouraging healthy debate, reduces the risk of blind spots that often form barriers to success.Oasis Restore aim is to attract and retain the very best diverse talent and role models to help create an innovative, caring and extraordinary working environment for our staff, that enables us to deliver exceptional, caring and psychologically informed learning experience for our students. We would therefore like to encourage applications from people with varied skillsets, life experiences, and from different backgrounds and sectors to help shape Oasis Restore. If you can demonstrate some of the criteria and believe you have what it takes, then wed love to hear from you.Given the nature of our work we also welcome applications from candidates with the following lived experience:Experience of working successfully with people who have multiple and complex needs.Personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group (i.e. involved in gangs or knife crime).Knowledge of the issues facing this client group, such as gangs, knife crime, social exclusion and isolation, child criminal exploitation, adverse childhood experiences and trauma.Ability to actively listen and motivate young people.Ability to be a positive role model, demonstrating the virtues of a crime-free life to young people.Were also very happy to answer any questions you may have so please dont hesitate to get in touch at .*The Equal Opportunities Form will not be shared with anyone involved in processing your application. Please complete this as part of the application process. Please note that if you have a disability and you require this form or submitting the information with regard to this form in another format, such as in larger print, please contact the People Services team.TPBN1_UKTJ

JOB TITLE: Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)START DATE: As Soon As PossibleCLOSING DATE: Monday 20th July 2026INTERVIEW DATE: Tuesday 28th July 2026SALARY: Range SCP 18 to 22 (£29,860- £32,147) + LGPS Pension SchemeLOCATION: Oasis Restore secure school in Rochester, Medway, Kent.Are you a qualified or aspiring Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) driven by a purpose to transform the lives of the most vulnerable children?Do you have a keen interest in developing your knowledge, skills and practice to support with learning across the school?Do you see relationships as fundamental to your work with children, families, and the wider community?Do you want to be a part of an innovative and courageous team developing the UK's first secure school?We are offering an exciting opportunity for qualified or aspiring HLTAs to join the team in contributing to and supporting teachers and Head of Departments with delivering an outstanding curriculum and high-quality learning opportunities at the UK's first secure school.Oasis Restore represents a revolution in youth justice: an opportunity for children within the criminal justice system to experience a truly restorative environment, that creates the potential for them to thrive in the future. You will be key to delivering a curriculum that provides nurturing, therapeutic and educational community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children in our care. Come and develop your career within an organisation dedicated to transforming lives.The role and what we are looking forYour role as a HLTA will be integral to supporting the progress of all children at Oasis Restore, to help them to achieve their individual educational outcomes. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of a bespoke, skills-based curriculum; and working with individual children and small groups within the classroom to facilitate a personalised and aspirational education for all. You will work as part of an education team within departments and contribute to the regular assessment of the children you are working with as well as forming part of a core team around the child and feeding into formulation meetings to report on progress and next steps.You will be responsible for working with teachers to deliver lessons that develop curious and dedicated learners and meet their individual needs and interests. You will have the opportunity to feed into and continuously contribute to a creative curriculum underpinned by progressive pedagogies, in line with the national curriculum, setting a true gold standard for learning.You will be an integral part of a passionate, committed, and ground-breaking multidisciplinary team, working integratively towards improving the outcomes for children so often overlooked. Together, we will devise strategies to empower children to take ownership of their own learning journeys, so preparing them for successful transitions into the next phase of their journey.As a champion of restorative practice, you will place relational connection at the heart of everything you do. Your work will be the driving force that enables children to transition out of Oasis Restore with the support in place for them to succeed in the next step of their journeys.Our Secure SchoolOasis Restore is the UK's first secure school that is a proof-of-concept policy initiative funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the Youth Custody Service. Oasis Restore's mission is to transform the life chances of children aged 12-18 years in the criminal justice system through delivering psychologically informed, integrated practice that centres on trusted, safe relationships between staff and children. Oasis Restore is a learning community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children beyond the secure school. To read more about us please visit our website www.oasisrestore.org.Benefits to StaffAs a newly established subsidiary of the Oasis Charitable Trust, you enjoy the benefit of being part of a national organisation that aims to support all staff to reach their full potential and a once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation.A mixture of one to one and group reflective practise, coaching & supervision sessions as well as regular line management.Experience an Appraisal policy that decouples pay and performance.An elected staff forum to listen to, and act on, staff feedbackAccess to a competitive defined benefit pension scheme (either the Teachers Pensions Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme subject to individual scheme rules).40 days annual leave including bank holidays (see application pack for staff working pattern)Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria, be entitled to up to 8 weeks full-pay and 18 weeks half-pay paid maternity/adoption/shared parental leave (based broadly on the NHS Employers scheme).Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria be entitled to up to 3 weeks fully paid paternity leave.Paid time off to attend antenatal appointments (those staff who are either pregnant or whose partner is pregnant)Have a structured and bespoke induction training plan plus a probation period of 6 months as well as a training offer bespoke to our context leading to a level 4 qualification in the therapeutic care of adolescents.Receive the same offer of sick leave pay (based broadly on the length of service in the national ‘Green Book' framework) from Day 1 of employment.Up to 5 days discretionary paid compassionate/emergency/general leave plus further discretionary unpaid leaveUp to 4 weeks paid parental bereavement leave plus up to 5 days paid bereavement leave for the death of other specified close relatives.Expenses and travel costs incurred as part of the working day (as appropriate, not including travel to work)Access to an eye care vouchers scheme, season Ticket Loans, a cycle to work scheme and free car parking.We are in the process of setting up a new employee health care cash plan and employee discount schemeWhat are you waiting for? Apply todayFor more information or an informal discussion about this role please email to arrange a confidential phone call.Safeguarding and Pre-Employment ChecksWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks including references and right to work checks. This post is also covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.Equality, Diversity, and InclusionAt Oasis Restore we recognise that our team is strengthened by the knowledge, experience and insights people from a wide range of backgrounds can bring. These beliefs and values are underpinned by decades of work and experience that Oasis has had in a wide range of sectors including education, housing and youth-work supported further by a wide range of independent research and studies elsewhere which evidence that creating teams with diverse experience and perspectives, and encouraging healthy debate, reduces the risk of ‘blind spots' that often form barriers to success.Oasis Restore aim is to attract and retain the very best diverse talent and role models to help create an innovative, caring and extraordinary working environment for our staff, that enables us to deliver exceptional, caring and psychologically informed learning experience for our students. We would therefore like to encourage applications from people with varied skillsets, life experiences, and from different backgrounds and sectors to help shape Oasis Restore. If you can demonstrate some of the criteria and believe you have what it takes, then we'd love to hear from you.Given the nature of our work we also welcome applications from candidates with the following lived experience:• Experience of working successfully with challenging people who have multiple and complex needs• Personal experience of the criminal justice system, or lived experience of the issues facing this client group (i.e. involved in gangs or knife crime).• Knowledge of the issues facing this client group, such as gangs, knife crime, social exclusion and isolation, child criminal exploitation, adverse childhood experiences and trauma.• Ability to actively listen and motivate young people.• Ability to be a positive role model, demonstrating the virtues of a crime-free life to young people.We're also very happy to answer any questions you may have so please don't hesitate to get in touch at .*The Equal Opportunities Form will not be shared with anyone involved in processing your application. Please complete this as part of the application process. Please note that if you have a disability and you require this form or submitting the information with regard to this form in another format, such as in larger print, please contact the People Services teamTPBN1_UKTJ

JOB TITLE: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)START DATE: As Soon As PossibleCLOSING DATE: Monday 20th July 2026INTERVIEW DATE: Tuesday 28th July 2026SALARY: SCP 5 £23,560 – SCP 7 £24,427 + LGPS Pension SchemeLOCATION: Oasis Restore secure school in Rochester, Medway, Kent.Are you a qualified TA or aspiring Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) driven by a purpose to transform the lives of the most vulnerable children?Do you have a keen interest in developing your knowledge, skills and practice to support with learning across the school?Do you see relationships as fundamental to your work with children, families, and the wider community?Do you want to be a part of an innovative and courageous team developing the UK's first secure school?We are offering an exciting opportunity for qualified or aspiring HLTAs to join the team in contributing to and supporting teachers and Head of Departments with delivering an outstanding curriculum and high-quality learning opportunities at the UK's first secure school.Oasis Restore represents a revolution in youth justice: an opportunity for children within the criminal justice system to experience a truly restorative environment, that creates the potential for them to thrive in the future. You will be key to delivering a curriculum that provides nurturing, therapeutic and educational community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children in our care. Come and develop your career within an organisation dedicated to transforming lives.The role and what we are looking forYour role as a LSA will be integral to supporting the progress of all children at Oasis Restore, to help them to achieve their individual educational outcomes. We are looking to LSAs who are willing to work towards the HLTA qualification. You will be responsible for supporting with the delivery of a bespoke, skills-based curriculum; and working with individual children and small groups within the classroom to facilitate a personalised and aspirational education for all. You will work as part of an education team within departments and contribute to the regular assessment of the children you are working with as well as forming part of a core team around the child and feeding into formulation meetings to report on progress and next steps.You will be responsible for working with teachers to deliver lessons that develop curious and dedicated learners and meet their individual needs and interests. You will have the opportunity to feed into and continuously contribute to a creative curriculum underpinned by progressive pedagogies, in line with the national curriculum, setting a true gold standard for learning.You will be an integral part of a passionate, committed, and ground-breaking multidisciplinary team, working integratively towards improving the outcomes for children so often overlooked. Together, we will devise strategies to empower children to take ownership of their own learning journeys, so preparing them for successful transitions into the next phase of their journey.As a champion of restorative practice, you will place relational connection at the heart of everything you do. Your work will be the driving force that enables children to transition out of Oasis Restore with the support in place for them to succeed in the next step of their journeys.Our Secure SchoolOasis Restore is the UK's first secure school that is a proof-of-concept policy initiative funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the Youth Custody Service. Oasis Restore's mission is to transform the life chances of children aged 12-18 years in the criminal justice system through delivering psychologically informed, integrated practice that centres on trusted, safe relationships between staff and children. Oasis Restore is a learning community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children beyond the secure school. To read more about us please visit our website www.oasisrestore.org.Benefits to StaffAs a newly established subsidiary of the Oasis Charitable Trust, you enjoy the benefit of being part of a national organisation that aims to support all staff to reach their full potential and a once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation.A mixture of one to one and group reflective practise, coaching & supervision sessions as well as regular line management.Experience an Appraisal policy that decouples pay and performance.An elected staff forum to listen to, and act on, staff feedbackAccess to a competitive defined benefit pension scheme (either the Teachers Pensions Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme subject to individual scheme rules).40 days annual leave including bank holidays (see application pack for staff working pattern)Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria, be entitled to up to 8 weeks full-pay and 18 weeks half-pay paid maternity/adoption/shared parental leave (based broadly on the NHS Employers scheme).Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria be entitled to up to 3 weeks fully paid paternity leave.Paid time off to attend antenatal appointments (those staff who are either pregnant or whose partner is pregnant)Have a structured and bespoke induction training plan plus a probation period of 6 months as well as a training offer bespoke to our context leading to a level 4 qualification in the therapeutic care of adolescents.Receive the same offer of sick leave pay (based broadly on the length of service in the national ‘Green Book' framework) from Day 1 of employment.Up to 5 days discretionary paid compassionate/emergency/general leave plus further discretionary unpaid leaveUp to 4 weeks paid parental bereavement leave plus up to 5 days paid bereavement leave for the death of other specified close relatives.Expenses and travel costs incurred as part of the working day (as appropriate, not including travel to work)Access to an eye care vouchers scheme, season Ticket Loans, a cycle to work scheme and free car parking.We are in the process of setting up a new employee health care cash plan and employee discount schemeWhat are you waiting for? Apply todayFor more information or an informal discussion about this role please email to arrange a confidential phone call.Safeguarding and Pre-Employment ChecksWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks including references and right to work checks. This post is also covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.Equality, Diversity, and InclusionAt Oasis Restore we recognise that our team is strengthened by the knowledge, experience and insights people from a wide range of backgrounds can bring. These beliefs and values are underpinned by decades of work and experience that Oasis has had in a wide range of sectors including education, housing and youth-work supported further by a wide range of independent research and studies elsewhere which evidence that creating teams with diverse experience and perspectives, and encouraging healthy debate, reduces the risk of ‘blind spots' that often form barriers to success.Oasis Restore aim is to attract and retain the very best diverse talent and role models to help create an innovative, caring and extraordinary working environment for our staff, that enables us to deliver exceptional, caring and psychologically informed learning experience for our students. We would therefore like to encourage applications from people with varied skillsets, life experiences, and from different backgrounds and sectors to help shape Oasis Restore. If you can demonstrate some of the criteria and believe you have what it takes, then we'd love to hear from you.Given the nature of our work we also welcome applications from candidates with the following lived experience:• Experience of working successfully with challenging people who have multiple and complex needs• Personal experience of the criminal justice system, or lived experience of the issues facing this client group (i.e. involved in gangs or knife crime).• Knowledge of the issues facing this client group, such as gangs, knife crime, social exclusion and isolation, child criminal exploitation, adverse childhood experiences and trauma.• Ability to actively listen and motivate young people.• Ability to be a positive role model, demonstrating the virtues of a crime-free life to young people.We're also very happy to answer any questions you may have so please don't hesitate to get in touch at .*The Equal Opportunities Form will not be shared with anyone involved in processing your application. Please complete this as part of the application process. Please note that if you have a disability and you require this form or submitting the information with regard to this form in another format, such as in larger print, please contact the People Services team.TPBN1_UKTJ

Year 5 Class Teacher - Permanent PositionStart Date: September 2026Location: Rochester, Kent \n Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher ready to inspire young minds and make a lasting impact? \n We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Year 5 Class Teacher to join our welcoming and supportive school community in Rochester, Kent. This is a permanent, full-time position starting in September 2026. \n At our school, we believe that education has the power to transform lives. We are looking for someone who shares this belief-someone who is driven to encourage, nurture, and make a meaningful difference to children's learning, confidence, and future aspirations. \n The ideal candidate will: \n\n • Be a qualified teacher with a strong understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum\n, • Demonstrate a genuine passion for teaching and learning\n, • Be committed to raising attainment and supporting every child to reach their full potential\n, • Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment\n, • Show a clear desire to make a difference in children's lives-academically, socially, and emotionally\n, • Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated and supportive team\n\n We offer: \n\n • A friendly and inclusive school community\n, • Well-behaved, motivated pupils who are eager to learn\n, • Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional development\n, • A positive working environment where staff wellbeing is valued\n\n This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who wants to go beyond delivering lessons-to truly shape lives, inspire ambition, and foster a lifelong love of learning. \n Apply today or contact Anita Holman at Academics Rochester with your CV. \n We look forward to welcoming a teacher who shares our vision and enthusiasm for helping every child succeed. \n

Job Title: Deputy Education Manager \n Location: Kent area \n Contract: Permanent, Full-Time \n Salary: Up to £43k depending on experience \n Benefits: 35 days annual leave (+ bank holidays & closure days), generous pension, professional qualification funding, and extensive wellness/discount schemes. The Opportunity\n Are you a motivated education professional with proven management experience and a passion for making a real societal impact? \n We are recruiting for a Deputy Education Manager to join a leading education provider within a secure custodial environment. Working closely with the Education Manager, you will help lead the department, manage staff, and drive the delivery of high-quality courses that support adult learners in turning their lives around. \n This is a highly rewarding, fast-paced leadership role where your management skills directly contribute to reducing reoffending through the power of education. What You Will Be Doing\n\n • \n Departmental Leadership: Support the daily smooth running of the education department, managing staff deployment and physical resources. \n • \n Curriculum & Quality: Lead curriculum development and innovation to ensure an engaging, flexible provision that drives student retention and success. \n • \n Staff Management: Build a collaborative team culture, overseeing staff performance, inductions, appraisals, and professional development. \n • \n Financial & Data Oversight: Assist with managing departmental budgets efficiently and utilise data rigorously to improve teaching quality. \n • \n Stakeholder Relations: Liaise with management teams, community partners, and employers to align education goals. \nWhat We Are Looking For\n\n • \n Qualifications: A Degree (or equivalent), a recognized teaching qualification, and a Leadership & Management qualification (or a willingness to work towards one). \n • \n Experience: Proven management experience within an educational setting. \n • \n Skills: Strong budget management skills, excellent communication, and the ability to cultivate an aspirational culture where staff and learners thrive. \n • \n Approach: A highly motivated, "can-do" attitude with a deep commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. \n\n Important Notice \n Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. \n We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. \n Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. \n We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. \n Because education matters. \n Dovetail and Slate Limited. \n \n \n Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

Year 1 Teacher (Permanent) – September Start \n Chatham, Kent Paid to Scale Start Date: September 2026 Permanent, Full-Time \n A friendly and fast-paced primary school in Chatham, Kent is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Teacher to join their team on a permanent basis from September. \n This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Key Stage 1 teacher who is committed to providing high-quality teaching and creating a nurturing, engaging learning environment where every child can thrive. \n The Ideal Candidate Will: \n\n • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)\n, • Have a genuine passion for Key Stage 1 education\n, • Be a strong, resilient, and adaptable practitioner\n, • Demonstrate a nurturing approach that supports the needs of all learners\n, • Have excellent classroom management skills\n, • Be committed to delivering creative and engaging lessons\n, • Work effectively as part of a collaborative school team\n, • Hold a current DBS registered on the Update Service (desirable)\n\n The School Offers: \n\n • A welcoming and supportive leadership team\n, • Friendly staff and a positive school culture\n, • Opportunities for professional development and career progression\n, • A fast-paced and rewarding working environment\n\n If you are a passionate Year 1 Teacher looking for a permanent opportunity within a welcoming primary school community, we would love to hear from you. \n Apply today to be considered for this exciting September start opportunity in Chatham, Kent.

Year R Teacher - Fixed Term Contract (1 Year) \n Location: Chatham, Kent School Type: Primary School (1–2 Form Entry) Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time, 1 Year Fixed-Term Contract Salary: MPS/UPS - Paid to Scale \n Join Our Fantastic School Community! \n We are seeking an enthusiastic, nurturing and dedicated Year R Teacher to join our friendly and supportive primary school in Chatham on a full-time, one-year fixed-term contract starting in September 2026. \n This is a wonderful opportunity for a passionate teacher who is committed to giving children the very best start to their educational journey. Whether you are an experienced practitioner or an ambitious ECT, we would love to hear from you. \n ? The Role \n As our Year R Teacher, you will: \n Deliver engaging and creative lessons in line with the EYFS Framework Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment Support children's personal, social and emotional development Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues Monitor, assess and celebrate children's progress and achievements Contribute to the wider life of the school community \n We Are Looking For Someone Who: \n Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Has a strong understanding of the EYFS curriculum Is passionate about early years education Has excellent classroom management and communication skills Is creative, reflective and committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child Works effectively as part of a team \n What We Offer \n A welcoming and supportive school environment Excellent professional development opportunities Friendly and experienced staff team Opportunities to share ideas and develop your practice Well-resourced classrooms and learning spaces Strong partnerships with families and the local community \n Apply Today! \n If you are an enthusiastic and caring teacher ready to make a positive impact in Year R, we would love to hear from you.

Science Teacher (Temporary to Permanent Opportunity) \n Science Teacher – Grammar School, Medway Location: Medway, Kent Start Date: September 2026 Contract: December 2026 (with potential to become permanent) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Hours: Full-Time \n Exciting Science Teaching Opportunity in Medway \n We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Science Teacher to join a highly regarded Grammar School in Medway from September 2026 through to December 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented educator to make a positive impact within a successful and ambitious school environment, with a temp-to-perm opportunity available for the right candidate. \n The successful candidate will be passionate about Science education and able to inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the ability to teach Key Stage 5 being advantageous. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Deliver engaging and effective Science lessons that inspire and challenge students.\n, • Plan, prepare, and assess work in line with the national curriculum and departmental expectations.\n, • Monitor and support student progress, ensuring all learners achieve their full potential.\n, • Contribute positively to the wider school community and departmental activities.\n, • Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management.\n\n The Ideal Candidate Will Have \n\n • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.\n, • Experience teaching Science within a secondary school setting.\n, • Strong subject knowledge across Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics.\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills.\n, • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.\n, • The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.\n\n What We Offer \n\n • Opportunity to work within a respected and high-achieving Grammar School.\n, • Supportive leadership team and welcoming department.\n, • Competitive rates of pay.\n, • Access to ongoing professional development opportunities.\n, • Potential for a permanent contract from January 2027 for the right candidate.\n\n Safeguarding \n The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. \n How to Apply \n If you are a passionate Science Teacher looking for your next opportunity from September 2026, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today by submitting your CV or contact us for further information about this exciting temporary-to-permanent position in Medway.

Your new school \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an organised, professional and highly proactive Administrative Assistant to join a thriving school in Rochester, Kent. This is a key support role at the heart of the school, working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to help drive operational excellence and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of leadership functions. \n As part of a dedicated and collaborative environment, you will play a vital role in supporting school leadership while contributing to a culture focused on student success, professional standards and continuous improvement. \n Your new role \n As Administrative Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide comprehensive, confidential and high-level administrative and secretarial support to the Headteacher and SLT. This varied position requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced educational environment. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Managing the Headteacher's diary and coordinating meetings with staff, students, parents, carers and external stakeholders.\n, • Providing administrative and secretarial support, including handling correspondence, emails, letters and communications on behalf of the Headteacher.\n, • Attending meetings and producing accurate minutes when required.\n, • Updating school policies and maintaining key staff documentation.\n, • Creating and maintaining reports, working documents and data records to support leadership priorities.\n, • Acting as a central point of contact for staff, providing information, guidance and assistance relating to the Headteacher's work.\n, • Liaising professionally with parents, students and external stakeholders, including handling sensitive and confidential matters.\n, • Supporting social media activity by working with colleagues to ensure positive school achievements and developments are effectively showcased.\n, • Collaborating with the wider school office team and providing additional support where required.\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n To excel in this Administrative Assistant job, you will be a confident and adaptable professional with excellent communication and organisational skills. \n You will ideally demonstrate: \n\n • Previous experience in an Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or School Administrator position.\n, • Strong diary management and meeting coordination skills.\n, • Experience taking accurate minutes and managing confidential information.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n, • Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality documentation.\n, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems.\n, • The ability to build effective relationships with staff, parents and external stakeholders.\n, • A proactive, professional and solution-focused approach.\n, • A commitment to safeguarding, equality, confidentiality and the welfare of children and young people.\n\n What you'll get in return \n In return, you will have the opportunity to work in a rewarding and influential role that directly supports school leadership and contributes to the success of the wider school community. [ \n Benefits include: \n\n • Actual salary of £26,000.\n, • Permanent, full-time term-time-only contract.\n, • The opportunity to work closely with an experienced Senior Leadership Team.\n, • A varied and rewarding position with significant responsibility and impact.\n, • A supportive, collaborative and professional working environment.\n, • Ongoing training and development opportunities.\n\n Apply now \n If you are an experienced Administrative Assistant, School Administrator, Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within education, we would love to hear from you. \n Early Application Encouraged: Due to the high volume of interest in this position, we may close the vacancy before the stated deadline. To ensure your application is considered, we strongly recommend applying as soon as possible. \n Safeguarding recruitment statement \n Ripplevale School Rochester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Ripplevale School Rochester is required to conduct online searches about you as part of their shortlisting process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Chatham \n Location: Chatham, Kent Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: September 2026 Duration: Long-term position Pay: Competitive rates of pay \n Are you a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive, welcoming, and friendly primary school in Chatham from September. \n This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a nurturing school environment where staff are valued, teamwork is encouraged, and every child is supported to achieve their full potential. \n ? The Role: \n Supporting pupils within a Year 1 classroom Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging learning activities Providing 1:1 and small group support where needed Encouraging positive behaviour and pupil development Helping to create a fun, safe, and inclusive learning environment \n The Ideal Candidate: \n Previous experience working with children in a school setting A positive, patient, and proactive attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills A passion for supporting children's learning and development An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) \n What's on Offer? \n Competitive pay rates Long-term opportunity with potential for ongoing work Supportive and welcoming school community Friendly and inclusive working environment September start with trial days available ASAP \n If you're ready to make a positive impact in a Year 1 classroom and join a fantastic primary school in Chatham, we'd love to hear from you! \n Apply today to secure a trial day and take the next step in your education career!

\n Henry Schein is looking for a strategic, commercially-minded leader to own and grow our EMEA Dental Service Organization (DSO) segment. You'll define the regional DSO strategy, build the OneSchein partnership model that brings our full portfolio together for these customers, and represent Henry Schein at the executive level across the region's largest and fastest-growing accounts. This is a high-visibility role that sits at the intersection of strategy, commercial leadership, and cross-business collaboration — working closely with Country Managing Directors, account leaders, and colleagues across GDG, HSPG, and HSO. What You'll Do\n \n • Strategy & Growth – Own the EMEA DSO strategy, identifying opportunities for market share, retention, and long-term customer value. Build growth plans for regional and multinational DSO accounts, informed by market and competitive trends. Champion DSO customer needs in Henry Schein's business planning and investment decisions.\n, • OneSchein Partnership Model – Design and roll out a coordinated OneSchein engagement model across GDG, HSPG, and HSO. Establish customer governance, executive sponsorship, and account planning frameworks. Drive adoption of Henry Schein's broader portfolio across DSO customers. Lead the regional framework for strategic DSO account management, build and maintain executive-level relationships with key customers, and partner with Country Managing Directors on account strategy and consistent execution across markets.\n, • Solution Development – Spot opportunities for differentiated, integrated solutions (products, technology, services, education, clinical). Work with business units and suppliers to develop and commercialize scalable solutions.\n, • Cross-Business Leadership – Align capabilities and priorities across GDG, HSPG, and HSO. Drive execution through governance, influence, and executive sponsorship—without relying on direct authority.\n, • Market & Community Leadership – Build and lead the EMEA DSO community: executive forums, advisory boards, customer councils, and conferences. Develop thought leadership that strengthens Henry Schein's position as the DSO partner of choice.\n Success Looks Like\n \n, • Growth in DSO revenue, gross profit, and market share across EMEA.\n, • Strong retention and expansion of key customer relationships.\n, • Increased adoption of OneSchein solutions.\n, • Growing multinational and strategic account partnerships.\n, • High customer satisfaction and strong executive relationships.\n, • Greater cross-business collaboration and revenue generation.\n What You Bring\n \n, • Experience – Significant leadership experience in strategic account management, business development, or segment leadership.\n, • Track record – Proven record with large multi-site customers such as DSOs or comparable complex healthcare organizations.\n, • International experience – Ability to operate in an EMEA or international matrix environment.\n, • Strategic partnerships – Proven success driving growth through strategic partnerships and cross‑functional leadership.\n, • Influencing skills – Skilled at influencing senior stakeholders and delivering results without direct authority.\n, • Market knowledge – Strong grasp of the dental market, healthcare distribution, procurement, and supply chain.\n, • Account management expertise – Familiarity with strategic account management and multinational customer models.\n, • Leadership & communication – Executive presence, strong stakeholder management, strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.\n, • Analytical skills – Sharp analytical and problem‑solving ability.\n, • Collaborative style – Collaborative leadership style that builds trust across markets and business units.\n Work Arrangements\n \n, • Work From Home: Work is performed directly from the TSM's home office.\n, • Hybrid: Time scheduled between working from a TSM home office and at a company facility, as required.\n, • Onsite: Work performed exclusively at a company facility.\n, • Field: Position requires traveling to different locations within a specific geographic territory, as assigned.\n \n Henry Schein is committed to the principle of equal opportunities in employment in all spheres of its operation. Henry Schein UK Holdings strives to operate a policy of equal opportunity and not discriminate against any person gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law. \n #J-18808-Ljbffr

PPA Teacher Location: Rochester, Medway Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable PPA Teacher to join a welcoming primary school in Rochester, Medway, from September 2026. This varied and rewarding role will involve teaching Nursery pupils during the mornings, with the afternoons covering Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2 classes to provide teachers with Planning, Preparation and Assessment (PPA) time. The successful candidate will be confident delivering engaging lessons across a range of age groups and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff alike. The successful candidate will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Have experience teaching within the Early Years Foundation Stage and/or primary education. Be confident teaching across Nursery, KS1 and KS2. Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that support pupil progress. Be flexible, organised, and able to adapt to different classes and year groups. Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure continuity of learning. We offer: A welcoming and supportive school community. A varied teaching role across different year groups. Opportunities for professional development. Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning. A full-time position starting in September 2026. If you are a passionate and flexible teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to work across the primary age ...

Year R Teacher (Maternity cover - 1 year contract) This school in Medway are looking for a teacher to start immediately. This post is suitable for ECTs and experienced teachers. The successful applicant will: Create a positive learning environment for all students Be an excellent practitioner and team player Demonstrate outstanding classroom practice, behaviour management and be committed to ensuring the best outcome for pupils Be an effective communicator and establish positive working relationships with pupils, parents & adults, staff and the wider school community Have a passion for education and the learning of young people Have high expectations of pupils Have knowledge of your preferred key stage curriculum Person Specification: Must hold QTS or equivalent Experience of teaching Creative and ambitious If you are interested in this role, please apply today. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults; therefore, every candidate is subject to relevant qualifications, satisfactory references, enhanced DBS and other relevant checks being made. Agy...

EYFS Teacher Location: Gillingham, Medway Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Permanent, Full-Time We are seeking a passionate and dedicated EYFS Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Gillingham, Medway, from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and a commitment to providing engaging, child-centred learning experiences that give every child the best possible start to their education. The successful candidate will: Hold a recognised Early Years teaching qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Have a thorough understanding of the EYFS framework and child development. Create a nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment. Be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and achieving positive outcomes for all pupils. Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and carers to support every child's development. We offer: A friendly and supportive school community. A permanent, full-time teaching position. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn. A committed leadership team that values staff wellbeing and success. If you are an inspiring Early Years teacher looking for a new opportunity from September 2026, we would love to hear from you. CONTACT YASMINE PITMAN ...

JOB TITTLE: PE and Sport Teacher CLOSING DATE: Monday 20th July 2026 INTERVIEW DATE: Tuesday 28th July 2026 START DATE: ASAP SALARY: MPS 1 £32,916 - MPS 6 £45,352 + Teacher Pension Scheme LOCATION: Oasis Restore secure school in Rochester, Medway, Kent. WORKING PATTERN: This is a full-time roles, but we will consider part-time applicants and flexible working arrangements. • Do you see relationships as fundamental to your work with children, families, and the wider community? • Do you have a keen interest in developing your knowledge, skills, and practice? • Do you want to be a part of an innovative and courageous team developing the UK's first secure school? We are offering an exciting opportunity for a teacher P.E and Sport to join the team in contributing to and delivering an outstanding curriculum at the UK's first secure school. We are looking for people with experience of teaching or a career in trade looking to make a transition into teaching and make a difference to the lives of children in custody. Whilst the role is advertised as full time, we can consider flexible working requests such as part time working by the successful candidate. When considering any such requests we would match this against our operating requirements. If you would be interested in exploring whether we could potentially accommodate a flexible working pattern or not, please can you state this in the additional sheet within the application form providing as much detail as possible. Our full-time working patterns are Monday to Friday at 35 hours per week. Oasis Restore represents a revolution in youth justice: an opportunity for children within the criminal justice system to experience a truly restorative environment that creates the potential for them to thrive in the future. As a founding teacher, you will play a key role in designing and delivering a curriculum that provides a nurturing, therapeutic and educational community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children in our care. Come and develop your career within an organisation dedicated to transforming lives. The role and what we are looking for? Your role as a PE and/or sport teacher will be integral to the progress of all children at Oasis Restore, to deliver aspirational educational outcomes. You will be responsible for outstanding teaching that develops curious and dedicated learners and meets their individual needs and interests and improves their physical and mental health. You will have the opportunity to teach a second subject area, developing your own practice with the necessary support to deliver consistently outstanding teaching. You will launch and continuously contribute to a creative curriculum underpinned by progressive pedagogies, in line with the national curriculum, and a variety of formal qualifications, setting a true gold standard for learning. You will be an integral part of a passionate, committed, and ground-breaking multidisciplinary team, working integratively towards improving the outcomes for children so often overlooked. Together, we will devise strategies to empower children to take ownership of their own learning journeys, so preparing them for successful transitions into the next phase of their journey. You will teach class sizes of 5 children, with the support of two additional staff to tailor learning support to each student, in a specially designed education building with brand new technology and software. As a champion of restorative practice, you will place relational connection at the heart of everything you do. Your work will be the driving force that enables children to transition out of Oasis Restore with the support in place for them to succeed in the next step of their journeys. Our Secure School asis Restore is the UK's first secure school that is a proof-of-concept policy initiative funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the Youth Custody Service. Oasis Restore's mission is to transform the life chances of children aged 12-18 years in the criminal justice system through delivering psychologically informed, integrated practice that centers on trusted, safe relationships between staff and children. Oasis Restore is a learning community with education at its core, that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children beyond the secure school. To read more about us please visit our website www.oasisrestore.org. Benefits to Staff As a newly established subsidiary of the Oasis Charitable Trust, you enjoy the benefit of being part of a national organisation that aims to support all staff to reach their full potential and a once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation. • Class sizes of approximately 5 children, with 2 additional support staff • A minimum of 15% planning, preparation, and assessment time (PPA) • Use of brand new, specially designed classrooms and ICT suited with course-specific software. • Reduced teacher workload, exams and at home marking expectation • A mixture of one-to-one and group reflective practice, coaching & supervision sessions as well as regular line management. • Experience an Appraisal policy that decouples pay and performance. • An elected staff forum to listen to, and act on, staff feedback • Access to a competitive defined benefit pension scheme (either the Teachers Pensions Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme subject to individual scheme rules). • 40 days annual leave including bank holidays. • Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria, be entitled to up to 8 weeks full-pay and 18 weeks half-pay paid maternity/adoption/shared parental leave (based broadly on the NHS Employers scheme). • Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria be entitled to up to 3 weeks fully paid paternity leave. • Paid time off to attend antenatal appointments (those staff who are either pregnant or whose partner is pregnant) • Have a structured and bespoke induction training plan plus a training offer bespoke to our context leading to a level 4 qualification in the therapeutic care of adolescents. • Receive the same offer of sick leave pay (based broadly on the length of service in the national ‘Green Book' framework) from Day 1 of employment. • Up to 5 days discretionary paid compassionate/emergency/general leave plus further discretionary unpaid leave • Up to 4 weeks paid parental bereavement leave plus up to 5 days paid bereavement leave for the death of other specified close relatives. • Expenses and travel costs incurred as part of the working day (as appropriate, not including travel to work) • Access to an eye care vouchers scheme, season Ticket Loans, a cycle to work scheme and free car parking. • We are in the process of setting up a new employee health care cash plan and employee discount scheme What are you waiting for? Apply today If you would like further information please email us at to arrange a confidential phone call. We will shortlist as suitable applications arrive, apply today! If you have not been invited to attend interview by 5pm on Friday 26th June 2026, you should assume that your application has not been successful. Unfortunately, we will not be able to provide feedback on your application at this stage. Safeguarding and Pre-Employment Checks We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks including references and right to work checks. It is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activities relevant to children. This post is also covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion At Oasis Restore we recognise that our team is strengthened by the knowledge, experience and insights people from a wide range of backgrounds can bring. These beliefs and values are underpinned by decades of work and experience that Oasis has had in a wide range of sectors including education, housing and youth-work supported further by a wide range of independent research and studies elsewhere which evidence that creating teams with diverse experience and perspectives, and encouraging healthy debate, reduces the risk of ‘blind spots' that often form barriers to success. Oasis Restore aim is to attract and retain the very best diverse talent and role models to help create an innovative, caring and extraordinary working environment for our staff, that enables us to deliver exceptional, caring and psychologically informed learning experience for our students. We would therefore like to encourage applications from people with varied skillsets, life experiences, and from different backgrounds and sectors to help shape Oasis Restore. If you can demonstrate some of the criteria and believe you have what it takes, then we'd love to hear from you. Given the nature of our work, we also welcome applications from candidates with the following lived experience: • Experience working successfully with people who have multiple and complex needs. • Personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group (i.e. involved in gangs or knife crime). • Knowledge of the issues facing this client group, such as gangs, knife crime, social exclusion and isolation, child criminal exploitation, adverse childhood experiences, and trauma. • Ability to actively listen and motivate young people. • Ability to be a positive role model, demonstrating the virtues of a crime-free life to young people. The Equal Opportunities Form will not be shared with anyone involved in processing your application. Please complete this as part of the application process. Please note that if you have a disability and you require this form or submitting the information with regard to this form in another format, such as in larger print, please contact the People Services team. TPBN1_UKTJ

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Location: Chatham, Kent Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time Join Our Team We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our supportive team from September 2026 . This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the education and wellbeing of our Year 4 pupils. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality learning experiences, support small groups of pupils, and provide tailored one-to-one support for a child with additional needs. Key Responsibilities Deliver targeted interventions and learning activities to small groups of Year 4 pupils . Support the planning and delivery of engaging lessons in line with the Key Stage 2 curriculum . Work one-to-one with a pupil who experiences anxiety, autism, and sensory processing needs , adapting approaches to meet their individual requirements. Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment. Work collaboratively with teachers, the SEND team, and parents/carers to ensure the best outcomes for pupils. Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff. The Successful Candidate Will Have HLTA status or equivalent relevant experience. A strong understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum . Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and anxiety. Knowledge of sensory needs and strategies to support emotional regulation and engagement. The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families. Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills. A patient, flexible, and caring approach to supporting children. We Offer A welcoming and supportive school community. Opportunities for professional development and training. The chance to make a meaningful impact on pupils' learning and wellbeing. A collaborative team committed to providing the best possible education for every child. If you are passionate about helping children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and help inspire our learners from September 2026. Please contact Yasmine Pitman at Academics if you are interested. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead our Academy Governing Board as Chair of Governors. This pivotal leadership position offers the opportunity to make a profound difference to children’s lives while shaping the strategic direction of a local school. As Chair, you will guide the board in its work, support and challenge the school’s leadership, and ensure governance is purposeful, efficient, and grounded in our vision to transform the life chances of every young person. We are ideally seeking someone who brings one or more of the following: • Governance experience (either as a governor or in a comparable strategic role), • Experience within the education sector, • Strong strategic leadership skills from any professional background Above all, we are looking for someone who is: • Dedicated and able to commit the time, • Open to learning and supporting others, • Motivated by delivering the best outcomes for children and the community Lead with Purpose: Provide clear leadership to the Governing Board, ensuring meetings are focused, collaborative, and strategic. Drive Impact: Help shape the long‑term vision and priorities of the school. Your leadership will influence how effectively the board supports and challenges the school to continually improve. Champion the Community: Represent the voice of pupils, staff, and families. As Chair, you will play a crucial role in strengthening the school’s place within the wider community. Develop Board Leadership Skills: Chairing a governing board offers exceptional opportunities to grow in: • Strategic planning, • High-level decision‑making, • Influencing and negotiating, • Building strong, effective teams A Rarely Matched Sense of Fulfilment: This role allows you to directly improve the educational experiences of children in your area. Professional and Personal Growth: Gain board‑level experience, broaden your leadership capabilities, and work with experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds. Be a Force for Positive Change: Your leadership will help ensure the school continually strives for excellence, delivering the best of what the Trust and school can offer. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead our Academy Governing Board as Chair of Governors. This pivotal leadership position offers the opportunity to make a profound difference to children’s lives while shaping the strategic direction of a local school. As Chair, you will guide the board in its work, support and challenge the school’s leadership, and ensure governance is purposeful, efficient, and grounded in our vision to transform the life chances of every young person. We are ideally seeking someone who brings one or more of the following: • Governance experience (either as a governor or in a comparable strategic role), • Experience within the education sector, • Strong strategic leadership skills from any professional background Above all, we are looking for someone who is: • Dedicated and able to commit the time, • Open to learning and supporting others, • Motivated by delivering the best outcomes for children and the community Lead with Purpose: Provide clear leadership to the Governing Board, ensuring meetings are focused, collaborative, and strategic. Drive Impact: Help shape the long‑term vision and priorities of the school. Your leadership will influence how effectively the board supports and challenges the school to continually improve. Champion the Community: Represent the voice of pupils, staff, and families. As Chair, you will play a crucial role in strengthening the school’s place within the wider community. Develop Board Leadership Skills: Chairing a governing board offers exceptional opportunities to grow in: • Strategic planning, • High-level decision‑making, • Influencing and negotiating, • Building strong, effective teams A Rarely Matched Sense of Fulfilment: This role allows you to directly improve the educational experiences of children in your area. Professional and Personal Growth: Gain board‑level experience, broaden your leadership capabilities, and work with experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds. Be a Force for Positive Change: Your leadership will help ensure the school continually strives for excellence, delivering the best of what the Trust and school can offer. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Busy Bees Rainham, rated Good by Ofsted, is a nurturing nursery with a capacity of 77 children, providing a home-from-home environment supported by a friendly and caring team. We enhance our children’s experience by offering dance classes from a local dance company, establishing links with a local football team, and hosting regular community fetes. Conveniently located just five minutes from the train station, we also offer free onsite parking for staff, ensuring easy access to our welcoming facility. Busy Bees Benefits • Competitive salary, • Ongoing professional development and career progression, • Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers, • Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), • Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!, • 50% childcare discount, • Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus, • Menopause support through Peppy, • Financial support through Salary Finance, • Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon, • Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI), • Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: • Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms., • Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children., • Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team., • Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs., • Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: • Level 3 qualification or above in early years education., • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner., • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills., • Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees—apply today!

Teaching Assistant (SEN - Mainstream Primary) Location: Chatham, Medway School: Mainstream Primary School Start Date: September 2026 Hours: Part-Time - Mornings Only Join Our Team We are looking for a dedicated, resilient, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team in Chatham, Medway from September 2026 . This rewarding role involves supporting two pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) within our mainstream primary school while they await specialist SEN school/provision placements. This position requires someone who is firm but supportive , able to build trusting relationships while maintaining clear boundaries and high expectations. The Role The successful candidate will: Provide individualised support for two pupils with complex additional needs. Adapt learning activities and classroom routines to meet each pupil's needs. Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to promote engagement, communication, and independence. Implement effective behaviour management strategies to support positive outcomes. Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment. Record progress and contribute to reviews and planning for the pupils. Essential Experience Applicants should have experience supporting children with some or all of the following: ADHD Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Visual impairment Non-verbal communication needs The ideal candidate will be: Confident, energetic, and proactive. Experienced in managing challenging behaviour using positive and consistent strategies. Calm under pressure and able to adapt to changing situations. Patient, resilient, and committed to helping every child succeed. An excellent team player with strong communication skills. Desirable Skills Experience using or supporting British Sign Language (BSL) is preferred but not essential , as training and support may be available for the right candidate. What We Offer A supportive and collaborative staff team. The opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of children with additional needs. Ongoing professional development and training. A rewarding role within a caring and inclusive school community. If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and have the confidence, compassion, and experience to help them thrive, we would love to hear from you. Join our team in Chatham, Medway , and make a lasting impact on children's education and wellbeing. IF INTERESTED PLEASE CONTACT YASMINE PITMAN AT ACADEMICS ROCHESTER OR APPLY TPBN1_UKTJ

Join Us as an Operations Committee Governor: Transform Lives and Shape Futures! Are you ready for a fulfilling role that combines challenge, impact, and community engagement? As a Governor you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the educational landscape in your local community. You will work with other governors and Trust Leads to make a positive change for the students in our Trust and ensure they are receiving the best of what the Trust and schools have to offer. • Make a Real Difference: Your insights and experiences matter. Use your unique perspective to inform crucial conversations about education and student well‑being., • Board‑Level Skills Development: Step into a board‑level environment where you’ll hone your leadership, decision‑making, and strategic thinking skills. It’s a chance to grow both personally and professionally., • Community Contribution: Give back to your local community by actively participating in the Trust's development. Your commitment will directly impact pupils, staff, and families., • Support and Challenge: Be the voice that drives positive change. Support the Trust's growth while constructively challenging it to improve. Your input matters!, • Diverse Perspectives: We value diversity. Bring your unique experiences and insights to decision‑making, ensuring a well‑rounded approach that benefits everyone. Whilst it is advantageous, experience in education is not a necessity, as you will have the opportunity to learn and develop your knowledge base. The most important attributes we are looking for is a Governor who is dedicated and has the time to fulfil the role, is open to learning new things and, most importantly, believes in our vision to transform the life chances of the young people who attend our schools. • Rewarding Experience: Few roles offer such a sense of fulfilment. Witness the impact of your contributions firsthand., • Professional Growth: Develop skills beyond the classroom. Network with like‑minded professionals and broaden your horizons., • Community Integration: Become an integral part of the wider community, fostering connections that go beyond the school gates. The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision. 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, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils. Learn more about our Vision and Values here If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of governors across our Trust we would encourage you to apply. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. 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 email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr

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