Vacancies
Thank you for your interest in working at Shenstone School.
Please see adverts below and check back regularly for updates.
Post Title: Deputy Head Teacher
Post Location: As Deputy Head Teacher at an all-through school, you will need to be prepared to work across all three of our sites, however, this position will be primarily for the secondary provision supporting the EHT and HofS (Secondary). Primary School: We have two Primary sites based in Crayford and Sidcup. Secondary School: We are currently based in Thamesmead and will be based in Belvedere, where the new building is due to be completed for September 2025.
Contract Type: Permanent Hours/Weeks: Full-time/52 weeks per year
Grade: L10 – L16 (Dependent on qualifications and experience – this will be discussed if a job offer is made).
Salary: £67,128 - £77,235
Post Start Date: 1 st June 2025 or 1st September 2025 (Depending on the successful candidate)
Tour Please e-mail hr@shenstone-tkat.org with your availability and we will arrange a convenient time for you to come into school for a tour and to meet our amazing pupils.
Closing Date: Midnight 24th February 2025
Interview Date: 10th March 2025
We are looking to recruit a Deputy Head Teacher at this very exciting time for Shenstone School as we approach the opening of our new Secondary provision. The successful candidate will need to be enthusiastic, dynamic and have relevant experience at the appropriate Senior Leadership level. Previous experience within a special school setting is essential.
Professional Qualifications required:
● Qualified teacher with QTS
● Experience of senior leadership in a school (NPQSL/NPQH)
● Evidence of relevant CPD
● Experience in a special school setting is essential.
The successful candidate will work alongside the Senior Leadership Team, Governing Board, TKAT Trust and committed staff team to support the shared vision and strategic plan, which serves to inspire and motivate pupils and all other members of the school community. You will support our staff to ensure that every child achieves their full potential through the provision of quality teaching and learning in our specialist school setting.
See Applicant Pack for more information and Teacher Testimonials.
Post Title: Class Teacher Primary and Secondary Provision
Post Location: Primary School: We have two Primary sites based in Crayford and Sidcup. Secondary School: We are currently based in Thamesmead and will be based in Belvedere, where the new building is due to be completed for September 2025.
Contract Type: Permanent Hours/Weeks: Full-time/52 weeks per year
Salary: Salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale Plus SEND allowance (£2,539)
Post Start Date: 1 st September 2025 or earlier if possible
Tour Please e-mail hr@shenstone-tkat.org with your availability and we will arrange a convenient time for you to come into school for a tour and to meet our amazing pupils.
Closing Date: 10th March 2025
Interview Date: TBC
We are seeking to recruit inspirational and innovative Teachers for our expanding Secondary School as we welcome another year 7 intake to our provision. We have an adapted and unique curriculum offer, for more information please see the school website.
If you are a secondary teacher with experience of teaching in an SEND setting, or if you have a secondary subject specialism which can be adapted to support the curriculum offer for our students then Shenstone School may be a good fit for your next teaching adventure!
The ideal candidate will inspire and motivate students and lead a dedicated class team to encourage progression and happiness for our students. We would love to hear from you if you think you have what it takes to support and develop our students to maximise their most aspirational learning potential.
Qualifications/Experience required:
● Experienced, qualified teacher with QTS
● Evidence of CPD relevant to SEND
● Experience in a special school setting is desirable but not essential
It is paramount that you feel confident and resilient to work to support students who may present with behaviours of that challenge.
See Applicant Pack for more information and Teacher Testimonials.
Work Experience/Placement and Volunteering Opportunities
We welcome the opportunity to share knowledge, skills and support those looking to gain experience within a specialist setting. If you are interested in joining us please:
Read through the information booklet
Complete and submit the Expression of Interest Form to hr@shenstone-tkat.org
Please note that we do our best to accommodate requests where we can, although some weeks become popular. We suggest getting your request in as soon as possible as they are dealt with on a first come, first served basis.
If you have any further queries, please e-mail hr@shenstone-tkat.org