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Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover - Maternity

Valley Invicta Primary School at Kings Hill, West Malling

  • Ref:KCC886-2038-121T
  • Posted:23/04/2026
  • Pay:MPS
  • Start Date:September 2026
  • App Close Date:04/05/2026 at 16:00
  • Interviews:Wk Beg 18th May

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Valley Invicta Primary School at Kings Hill are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational class teacher to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team. The school can be flexible regarding the teaching year group. This position is for a full time post maternity cover to begin September 2026.

We have an established, strong curriculum that is well-resourced. This is supplemented by a fantastic learning environment with fantastic outdoor spaces.

We are looking for a skilled practitioner who can:

  • Exhibit the VIPS Kings Hill Core Values in their professional behaviours.
  • Be an excellent role model for teaching and learning
  • Demonstrate confident subject knowledge across a range of curriculum subjects.
  • Use this knowledge and skills to lead and develop a foundation subject.
  • Have a positive impact on the wider school community.

 

We can offer you:

  • A strong, supportive ethos across the school based on our Core Values
  • Regular personal CPD and training, including mentoring and coaching
  • Motivated, well behaved children
  • Committed staff and leadership team
  • Supportive Local School Boards
  • Opportunities to lead whole school projects to effect long term change

 

We benefit from being part of the Valley Invicta Academies Trust by having close links with the secondary schools enabling collaborative projects and school visits. Teachers and TAs have joint CPD sessions including moderation, and there are many opportunities for pupils to take part in a range of sporting and arts events.

We warmly invite visits to our school to see how we work and to find out more about the role, please contact Mrs Catherine Sharrock (Headteacher) on 01732 841695 to arrange a visit.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

 This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.

Information about the school

Valley Invicta Primary School at Kings Hill is a one-form entry school for children aged 4 to 11, with a Specialist Resource Provision which has a designation for children with ASD, in the heart of the local community.

The school’s modern and spacious facilities sit in a large outdoor space with well-equipped sports and play areas. There are also top of the range IT resources, including iPads for pupil use and MacBook’s for staff.

VIPS Kings Hill prides itself on working together with pupils and parents to ensure every child has the ability to reach their full potential. They are pleased to have achieved the Rights Respecting Gold Award, OPAL Platinum award and the Nurture UK award

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Headteacher
  • Address:Warwick Way (Off Tower View), West Malling, Kent, ME19 4AL
  • Telephone: 01732 841695
  • Email: office@kingshill.viat.org.uk

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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.