Stock Keeper - Part-time

Westlands School, Sittingbourne

• Ref:KCC886-5434-866S
• Posted:18/06/2026
• Pay:£24,906 - £25,030 FTE (£10,097 - £10,147 Pro Rata)
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:03/07/2026 at 15:00
• Interviews:w/c 6th July 2026

Advert

• £24,906 - £25,030 FTE – SAT A
• £10,097 - £10,147 Pro Rata
• 15 hour/week (on a flexible basis)

Westlands School Farm is looking for a motivated individual to become part of our vibrant and growing community where young people gain experience of land based studies in a truly vocational setting. The ideal candidate will be reliable with good problem solving abilities, able to self-motivate and work independently within a given time frame. The role involves maintaining the welfare needs of our award winning animals to the highest standards and whilst training will be given, a suitable candidate will have an understanding of the welfare needs of animals and how to care for them on a basic level.

The role is intended to provide weekday cover, 15 hours a week on a flexible basis.

This is an exciting time to join the Farm Team at Westlands School as we are in the process of adding a new farm classroom block designed to meet the practical needs of a school farm while supporting classroom learning. The block is going to consist of five classrooms, including a larger classroom with bi-fold doors that provide direct access to the outdoor farm. Completion is expected June 2026.

'The new farm classroom block will revolutionise agricultural education at Westlands School, providing our students with unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning and practical experience. This project embodies our commitment to sustainability and innovation, ensuring that our students learn in an environment that promotes eco-friendly practices and responsible stewardship.”

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Potential candidates with children who are of (or are approaching) secondary school age, may be interested to know that children of our staff are given priority in our Admissions Policy.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Amber Williams, at amber.williams@swale.at.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Information about the school

Westlands School is a large, mixed, 11-18 school with a tradition of excellent outcomes for students and a ‘Good’ OFSTED judgement. We have an enviable reputation in the local area, being significantly over-subscribed on an annual basis. As part of Swale Academies Trust we work in collaboration with other schools across Kent and East Sussex. We are a Teaching School and provide professional development of the highest quality.

Westlands School is part of Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement. We are particularly proud of the fact that our curriculum provides a variety of academic, arts, technology and other vocational subjects; helping focus on students of all abilities making exceptional levels of progress, particularly in the key skills of literacy and numeracy.

Westlands offers a stimulating, supportive and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Please visit https://www.westlands.org.uk/ for more information.

Job Contact Information

• Name:WSSrecruitment
• Address:Westlands Ave, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1PF
• Telephone: 01795 477475
• Email: wssrecruitment@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack