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Turner Schools

Folkestone

Trust Description

Turner Schools is a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) with eight schools in Canterbury, Dover and Folkestone:-

Dover Christ Church Academy, Chartham Primary School, Folkestone Primary, Folkestone Academy, Morehall Primary, Martello Primary, St Stephens Infant School, Turner Free School

We provide education through pre-school, primary, secondary and on to sixth form. Each academy is individual and responds to the needs of its local community to provide the best possible opportunity for its young people. We promote high academic standards, while ensuring crucial opportunities for personal and emotional development.

Turner Schools is committed to Transforming children’s futures…Empowering children’s futures…Strengthening communities.

To help us achieve this, Turner Staff ‘Walk the Turner Talk’

They will:

• Speak and act with care: always show compassion and respect for children. • Act boldly: be ambitious for yourself and the children and young people we serve. • Learn from adversity: be evaluative, thoughtful and reflective. • Challenge convention: be curious, welcome difference and unfamiliar thinking. • Connect with others: support colleagues, parents and pupils to make a great team. • Use your voice: offer different views and ask questions. • Do what it takes: be relentless in pursuing the best for children. • Ask for support: be open and honest when plans go awry. • Don’t give up: be calm, resilient and measured when managing challenges.

Turner Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Turner Schools is committed to treating all people equally and with respect, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation or social economic background. We therefore welcome applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds as we are dedicated to creating and sustaining a workplace that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils.

We understand the importance of work-life balance. If you are interested in this opportunity but require a different working pattern (e.g., part-time hours, compressed weeks, or term-time only), please clearly state your preferred arrangement within your application. We are happy to discuss and explore flexibility where possible for the successful candidate.

For further information on Turner Schools, please visit www.turnerschools.com

Schools in this Trust

Vacancies at this Trust

Teaching Jobs

Class Teacher - Full Time

Folkestone Primary

Ref:KCC886-2143-260T Posted:05/03/2026 Start Date:September 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for us to appoint an exemplary, enthusiastic and caring full-time teacher, to join our wonderful primary school in September 2026. The position would be suitable for an experienced tea...

Application Close Date:24/04/2026 View Job Details

Part Time Class Teacher - Full And Part Time

Folkestone Primary

Ref:KCC886-2143-261T Posted:05/03/2026 Start Date:September 2026

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Teacher to join our passionate and dedicated team at Folkestone Primary. Part time working 4 days a week would also be considered. We welcome applications from E...

Application Close Date:24/04/2026 View Job Details

Part Time Class Teacher - Part Time

Martello Primary

Ref:KCC886-2039-123T Posted:18/03/2026 Start Date:September 2026

Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and making a genuine difference in children’s lives? Martello Primary School is seeking a dedicated and caring Part Time Teacher (2-3 days a week) to join our Key Stag...

Application Close Date:01/05/2026 View Job Details

Teacher of Mathematics - Full Time

Turner Free School

Ref:KCC886-4021-302T Posted:01/04/2026 Start Date:September 2026

We are looking to recruit a Teacher of Mathematics to join department at Turner Free School. The role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate across our Trust developing our curriculum and teaching to help give o...

Application Close Date:20/04/2026 View Job Details

Teacher of Science - Full Time

Turner Free School

Ref:KCC886-4021-304T Posted:02/04/2026 Start Date:September 2026

Turner Free School is look to appoint an inspirational Teacher of Science, who is highly motivated and dedicated. The right candidate would have a passion for powerful education and research and must be able to tran...

Application Close Date:24/04/2026 View Job Details

Teacher of Maths - Full Time

Folkestone Academy

Ref:KCC886-4020-647T Posted:08/04/2026 Start Date:September 2026

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds with the beauty of Mathematics? Folkestone Academy is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Teacher of Maths to join our Secondary School team. We are seeking an individ...

Application Close Date:27/04/2026 View Job Details

Support Jobs

Trust Mobile Cleaning and Facilities Officer (Canterbury and Dover) - Full Time

Turner Schools

Ref:KCC-F42-417-S Posted:06/03/2026 Start Date:Immediate

We are looking to recruit a Trust Mobile Cleaning and Facilities Officer to join our team covering our schools in predominently Canterbury and occasionally Dover, accounting for both planned and unplanned staff...

Application Close Date:20/04/2026 View Job Details

Kindergarten Assistant - Term Time

Folkestone Primary

Ref:KCC886-2143-262S Posted:06/03/2026 Start Date:Immediate

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and energetic Kindergarten Assistant to join our team.  We are looking for candidates who are dedicated, patient and caring, to help our children en...

Application Close Date:20/04/2026 View Job Details

Governor - 11

Dover Christ Church Academy

Ref:KCC886-6917-355S Posted:11/03/2026 Start Date:September 2026

We are looking for a positive and proactive local governor to join Dover Christ Church Academy. Good school governors are confident and curious critical friends.  Previous experience of being a school governor...

Application Close Date:11/06/2026 View Job Details

Governor - 11

Turner Free School

Ref:KCC886-4021-300S Posted:11/03/2026 Start Date:Immediate

We are looking for a positive and proactive local governor to join Turner Free School. Good school governors are confident and curious critical friends.  Previous experience of being a school governor would be...

Application Close Date:11/06/2026 View Job Details

Evening Cleaner - 20 Hours/39 Weeks - Maternity

Folkestone Academy

Ref:KCC886-4020-644S Posted:17/03/2026 Start Date:Immediate

We are looking to recruit an Evening Cleaner to join our team at Folkestone Academy. This is a fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave. The successful candidate will be responsible for car...

Application Close Date:17/04/2026 View Job Details

Breakfast Club Assistant - Part Time

Chartham Primary School

Ref:KCC886-2259-300S Posted:27/03/2026 Start Date:Immediate

Are you a morning person with a passion for supporting children? We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Breakfast Club Assistant to join our friendly team and help our pupils start their day with a smile at Char...

Application Close Date:27/04/2026 View Job Details

Governor of the Joint Local Governing Body for Martello Primary and Morehall Primary - 11

Turner Schools

Ref:KCC-F42-420-S Posted:01/04/2026 Start Date:September 2026

Morehall Primary & Martello Primary Are you passionate about inclusive education? Do you have the expertise to help every child thrive, regardless of their starting point? Morehall Primary and Martello Primary are...

Application Close Date:01/07/2026 View Job Details

Vice Chair of the Joint Local Governing Body for Chartham Primary School and St Stephens Infant School - 11

Turner Schools

Ref:KCC-F42-421-S Posted:01/04/2026 Start Date:September 2026

Chartham Primary School & St Stephen’s Infant School Are you ready to step up and make a lasting impact on two vibrant school communities? Chartham Primary and St Stephen’s Infant School are seeking a c...

Application Close Date:01/07/2026 View Job Details

Chair of Governors - 11

Turner Free School

Ref:KCC886-4021-303S Posted:01/04/2026 Start Date:September 2026

Turner Free School is seeking an inspiring and experienced Chair of Governors to lead our Local Governing Body. This is a pivotal role for someone who wants to use their professional expertise to directly impact the live...

Application Close Date:01/07/2026 View Job Details

Trust Facilities Officer - Full Time

Turner Schools

Ref:KCC-F42-419-S Posted:01/04/2026 Start Date:Immediate

Turner Schools is looking to recruit a Facilities Officer to join our team and work across all our schools in the Trust. The successful candidate will work on a rotational basis, assisting with the ma...

Application Close Date:20/04/2026 View Job Details

Restart Manager - Term Time

Folkestone Academy

Ref:KCC886-4020-645S Posted:01/04/2026 Start Date:Immediate

Are you passionate about making a difference in pupil behavior and supporting young people to get back on track? We are looking for a highly organised, resilient, and empathetic individual to manage our Restart (Isolatio...

Application Close Date:20/04/2026 View Job Details

SEND Learning Mentor - Term Time

Folkestone Academy

Ref:KCC886-4020-646S Posted:01/04/2026 Start Date:June 2026

We are offering an opportunity to be part of our fantastic school, which aims to provide a personalised education for every child. This could be the ideal role for you if you are passionate about making a difference to t...

Application Close Date:20/04/2026 View Job Details

Turner Schools

Folkestone

Address

Academy Lane
Folkestone
Kent
CT19 5FP