Work For The Character Education Trust

The Character Education Trust is a multi-academy trust (MAT) that exists to provide outstanding education in schools in Kent. The key aim of our Trust is to give young people the tools they need to be well qualified to achieve success and well-being, and to have choices in adult life.

We aim to help young people develop good character strengths, reach their academic potential and discover where they excel. We believe in ‘Building Character and Creating Opportunities.

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Head of English

LOCATION: Aylesford School
ROLE: FULL-TIME
SCALE: UPS+TLR
REQUIRED: September 2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 9th April 2023
INTERVIEWS: To be arranged on receipt

We are justifiably proud of our outstanding English department which consistently delivers an engaging and inspirational curriculum whilst achieving the highest levels of student progress at GCSE and A Level.
Our results are well above average and reflect the high standards of pedagogy and curriculum in the department.
Aylesford School is a highly successful school with high expectations of progress and character. We look after our staff and provide a rewarding and caring environment in which to work.
This post is suitable for practitioners who are passionate about their subject and wish to work in a school where success is rewarded with both autonomy and competitive remuneration.
Head of English Ad Head of English JD


At Aylesford School what you think and what you do matters. Our most valuable resource is our staff and we invest heavily in your development.

Applications

Teaching and Support Application Form – Download

Please email your application to Maria Abbott: maria.abbott@aylesford.kent.sch.uk. All applications will be considered individually upon receipt.

Equal opportunities employer

Aylesford School is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and actively encourages applications from all potential candidates regardless of race, gender, sexuality and disability.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children.

Contact Aylesford School

We highly recommend contacting us to arrange an informal visit to the school to fully understand what makes Aylesford School such a desirable place to work.

We reserve the right to close the post early should we be able to appoint a suitable applicant.

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