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Initial Teacher Training - Primary - Full-time

Bower Grove School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-7032-402T
  • Posted:09/02/2026
  • Pay:UQ Teacher pay scale
  • Start Date:September 2026
  • App Close Date:13/03/2026 at 08:00
  • Interviews:26th March 2026

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Primary ITT 

Bower Grove are seeking to appoint a ITT teacher to start in September 2026 who would be training to be a primary teacher. The training is being run in conjunction with Canterbury University.

Details for the programme can be found at the attached link: 

 
It is School-based.

 

We would warmly welcome applications from applicants who are; passionate about preparing young people so that they can play a full and active role in society. You must be resourceful, flexible, positive and motivated with a good sense of humour.  You will share our belief that all pupils can achieve and be successful.  As part of the ITT programme you will learn the ability to organise, inspire and motivate young people with special educational needs and social, emotional and mental health difficulties. 

The post offers an outstanding opportunity for continuous personal and professional development for a highly motivated and ambitious individual looking to progress their career into a teaching role.

 The successful candidate will:

  • Have a strong interest in Primary edcucation and a thirst to train as a primary teacher 
  • Be part of a forward-thinking department
  • Be prepared to undertake the required training to achieve your Teacher qualification 
  • Have a kind, caring, and compassionate nature which will be used to plan and deliver inclusive, fun, and inspiring lessons
  • Be a team player and have the ability to be flexible
  • Possess recent, relevant experience

Bower Grove is a modern, well-equipped school providing a highly personalised and structured curriculum. We have 12 pupils in a class with learning support assistants to support. We offer a unique teaching and learning environment, committed staff and excellent career development opportunities.  The school caters for pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH) and autism spectrum conditions.  Come and join a great staff team.

 

Please download the application form and return to leiffert@bower-grove.kent.sch.uk

 

 The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.   The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure Check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  An online search will be completed for shortlisted candidates.

 

 

Information about the school

Bower Grove is a Foundation Day Special School for pupils who have an EHCP with learning and social, emotional and mental health difficulties (SEMH) including social communication difficulties and anxiety. We offer a unique teaching and learning environment and committed staff and pupils. We have a large number of staff who share Bower Groves ethos and vision.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01622 725025

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.