Teacher - Full-time

Smarden Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-2288-105T
• Posted:19/03/2026
• Pay:Main and Upper payscales depending on experience
• Start Date:31/08/2026
• App Close Date:23/04/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:01/05/2026

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(Y)Our Opportunity

Your Passion. Our Community. Their Future.

The classroom is your canvas. We are looking for a Class Teacher who doesn't just follow a lesson plan, but breathes life into it. If you are someone who thrives on creating "lightbulb moments" and believes that education should be an adventure, you belong in our Trust.

We are looking for a creative architect of learning, someone who can take the curriculum and turn it into something immersive, interactive, and impossible to forget. Whether you are using new technology, outdoor spaces, or simply your own storytelling to engage your pupils, we provide the supportive environment you need to try new ideas and innovate.

We are looking for an experienced Upper Key Stage two teacher with the drive to level the playing field for every child. In our community, your voice is heard, your creativity is celebrated and your commitment to excellence is matched by our commitment to you. You will have experience of subject leadership and may be interested in leading English.

Let’s build a future where every child, no matter their starting point, can thrive. 

The ideal Class Teacher will be someone who is:

* A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children

* Understanding the educational, welfare and social needs of the children we support

* Able to develop and maintain an imaginative and inclusive learning environment

* Confident in using a range of resources to make the classroom engaging 

* Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team 

* Able to contribute to the wider life of the trust

* Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

Great Teaching Starts with a Great Community: Your Benefits

We know you’re going to achieve great things in the classroom. At our academy, investing in your wellbeing and professional growth isn't just a perk—it’s a priority. To support your journey, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed for both your career and your lifestyle:

* Exceptional CPD & Training: Access a wealth of high-quality development opportunities tailored to every stage of your career.

* Leadership Coaching & Mentoring: Receive dedicated guidance and insight from our experienced academy leadership team.

* Funded Development Training: Grow your expertise through a vast array of courses, including subject-specific accreditations.

* Headspace Subscription: Enjoy free, full access to the world’s leading mindfulness app to support your mental health every day.

* Eight-Week Mindfulness Programme: Participate in a free, expert-led mindfulness course for adults (8 x 90-minute out-of-hours sessions).

* Blue Light Card Eligibility: Save more on shopping, dining, and travel with access to the UK’s premier discount scheme.

* Cycle to Work Scheme: Enjoy a healthier, more sustainable commute by spreading the cost of a new bike and equipment.

* Generous Pension Contributions: Secure your future with a substantial employer investment into your long-term financial wellbeing.

* A Supportive, Innovative Culture: Join a friendly, forward-thinking environment that champions work-life balance and values your input in driving meaningful change.

Information about the school

About Smarden Primary School

Smarden Primary School currently has 174 students from age 2-11 years. Smarden prides itself on high expectations for all in every aspect of school life, on achievement and excellence built on strong foundations of wellbeing. We are proud of our caring and nurturing family atmosphere, which is seen as integral to school life and where pupils feel safe; Staff know each individual child and build strong relationships with every family, so that children are fully included and well-supported both academically and pastorally, to find out more visit our website here.

To discover what makes Smarden so incredible, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01233770316 or email office@smarden-tkat.org

About TKAT

The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.

We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.

Safeguarding

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Flexible working

TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.

Our Commitment - Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging

At TKAT, we are committed to Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging. We embrace and celebrate differences, value individual experiences, aspirations, and achievements, and continuously learn how to grow better together. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.

Access to interview

Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Speight
• Address:Pluckley Road, Smarden, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8ND
• Telephone: 01233 770316
• Email: office@smarden-tkat.org

Fax: 01233 770316