The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust (Aquila)

Folkestone

Trust Description

Through inclusive and innovative practice we nurture through the Aquila family to provide exceptional learning experiences enriching the lives of all in our unique communities.

We aspire to excellence; to secure the best possible outcomes for children and young people, enabling them to fulfil their potential and make a worthwhile contribution to our diverse, dynamic society.

The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust is an established and highly successful Multi-Academy Trust currently consisting of primary schools and expecting to grow over the coming years.

The Trust offers: • outstanding mentoring and coaching • full induction programme for all new staff • excellent professional development opportunities • an enviable track record of career progression • collaborative working in a supportive team environment

We are committed to ensuring our academies work together, sharing their strengths, to provide a great education for every pupil. We believe learning must be engaging and relevant and develop the whole child. Our academies design their coverage of the curriculum to provide challenging and exciting learning experiences in a caring and nurturing environment which is based on our strong values. Our academies value every individual and celebrate differences through their culture of mutual trust and shared values.

We want to deliver and develop best practice through learning together and engaging with action research with Canterbury Christ Church University. We want our academies to serve their local communities through links with churches, each other and to develop wider networks enabling staff and pupils to flourish. Through developing leadership at all levels we want the pupils in our academies to become happy, successful, well rounded individuals who develop into lifelong learners.

We have an English Hub within our MAT.

The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service along with other relevant employment checks, including overseas criminal background checks, where applicable. All new trustees, employees and volunteers will be required to undertake safeguarding training on induction which will be regularly updated in line with statutory guidance.

Schools in this Trust

Vacancies at this Trust

Teaching Jobs

Class Teacher EYFS - Maternity

Eastchurch CEP School

Ref:KCC886-3106-280T Posted:11/12/2025 Start Date:23 February 2026

Exciting Opportunity: EYFS Maternity Cover Role Are you passionate about making a real difference in early education? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced class teacher to join our team and work closel...

Application Close Date:16/01/2026 View Job Details

Year 1 Teacher with Subject Leader Responsibilities for Humanities - Full Time

The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust (Aquila)

Ref:KCC-F33-14-T Posted:12/12/2025 Start Date:23 February 2026

Year 1 Teacher with Subject Leader Responsibilities for Humanities Join our vibrant school community and become part of a team that is passionate about inspiring young learners! We are seeking a creative and enthusias...

Application Close Date:16/01/2026 View Job Details

Class Teacher - Full Time

St Clement's CE Primary School

Ref:KCC886-2144-36T Posted:23/12/2025 Start Date:Immediate

Are you an inspirational teacher? Would you describe yourself as creative and resilient?  We are looking for an inspiring, well organised and experienced full-time teacher to join our team from...

Application Close Date:19/01/2026 View Job Details

Leadership Jobs

Assistant Headteacher - Full Time

Eastchurch CEP School

Ref:KCC886-3106-281L Posted:12/12/2025 Start Date:January 2026

Lead with Purpose. Inspire with Faith. Shape the Future. Assistant Headteacher Opportunity Eastchurch Church of England Primary School Are you a dynamic, visionary leader with a passion for education and a commitme...

Application Close Date:16/01/2026 View Job Details

Headteacher - Full Time

Charlton Church Of England Primary School

Ref:KCC886-2058-102L Posted:22/12/2025 Start Date:20th April 2026

Following the promotion of our current Headteacher, we are seeking to appoint a visionary leader who can build on our achievements to date and lead us confidently into the future. You will be supported by a dedicated, as...

Application Close Date:02/02/2026 View Job Details

Support Jobs

Administration Assistant - Job Share - Term Time

All Souls' CEP School

Ref:KCC886-5224-124S Posted:08/12/2025 Start Date:Immediate

Hours:                        14 hours per week Working Pattern:       Mondays and Tuesdays 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Are you organ...

Application Close Date:20/01/2026 View Job Details

Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Eastchurch CEP School

Ref:KCC886-3106-282S Posted:12/12/2025 Start Date:As soon as possible

Are you an inspirational teaching assistant with the experience and drive to serve children’s social and academic needs? Are you adaptable and able to bring out the best in our polite, friendly and eager pupils? E...

Application Close Date:16/01/2026 View Job Details

Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse - 32.5 Hours - Term Time

Eastchurch CEP School

Ref:KCC886-3106-283S Posted:12/12/2025 Start Date:ASAP

Eastchurch CE Primary is looking for that special individual to further enhance our rapidly developing dedicated and professional nursery staff team.  We are looking, ideally, for a level 3 qualified Early Years Pra...

Application Close Date:16/01/2026 View Job Details

After School Club Supervisor - Term Time

Kennington CE Academy

Ref:KCC886-2052-162S Posted:06/01/2026 Start Date:Immediate

About the Role: We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and responsible individual to join our team as an Afterschool Club Supervisor. You will be responsible for creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment for c...

Application Close Date:23/01/2026 View Job Details

Site Manager - Full Time

All Souls' CEP School

Ref:KCC886-5224-126S Posted:06/01/2026 Start Date:Immediate

Are you somebody who would take pride in ensuring that our school site provides a safe, clean and tidy environment for our children to learn? Do you have a good knowledge of building maintenance and repair? We are...

Application Close Date:22/01/2026 View Job Details

Teaching Assistant Supporting SEND Pupils - Fixed Term to 31/08/26 (Possibility to Extend) - Term Time

Archbishop Courtenay Primary School

Ref:KCC886-2027-150S Posted:08/01/2026 Start Date:Immediate

Are you a compassionate, dedicated individual eager to support the learning and development of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Join our inclusive and values-driven school community where ki...

Application Close Date:16/01/2026 View Job Details

Part Time After School Club Assistant - Term Time

St George's CEP School

Ref:KCC886-5228-131S Posted:12/01/2026 Start Date:As soon as possible

Are you enthusiastic, caring, and passionate about supporting children in a fun, safe and nurturing environment after school? We are looking for a friendly and reliable After School Club Assistant to join our d...

Application Close Date:22/01/2026 View Job Details

Teaching Assistant - Term Time

St Clement's CE Primary School

Ref:KCC886-2144-37S Posted:12/01/2026 Start Date:Immediate

Are you an inspirational teaching assistant with the experience and drive to serve children’s social and academic needs? Are you adaptable and able to bring out the best in our polite, friendly and eager pupils? S...

Application Close Date:23/01/2026 View Job Details

The Diocese of Canterbury Academies Trust (Aquila)

Folkestone

Address

Suites 19 & 20
Motis Business Centre
Cheriton High Street
Folkestone
Kent
CT19 4QJ