Teaching Vacancies • Maidstone, Kent ME14 5GA
About this role
What skills and experience we're looking for
MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance, with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additionalLAT benefits.
Please be aware that this role is based at the Minster Campus
At Leigh Academy Snowfields, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed, no matter the challenges they face. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and inspirationalTeacher of Englishto join us at our brand-new, purpose-built Minster Campus.
This is more than just a teaching position - it is a unique opportunity to become a founding member of a team that is shaping the future of inclusive education. You will play a crucial role in developing and delivering a bespoke curriculum, primarily supporting students on the Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), utilising a Primary Teaching Model to help them reach their highest potential within our cutting-edge facilities.
We welcome applications from teachers with aPrimary, Secondary English, or SEN specialism. Prior SEN qualifications or specific SEN experience are not necessary; we are simply looking for a passionate educator with a strong subject grounding and the desire to make a difference.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Leigh Academy Snowfields at Minster Campus?
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Excitement of a New Start
Be a foundational member of abrand-new campus (opened September 2025)and help shape its culture and specialised ASD provision from the ground up.
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Purpose-Built Facilities
Teach and work in state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities designed specifically to enhance SEN delivery.
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A Supportive Community
Join a welcoming team that shares your passion for inclusive education, where every colleague and child is valued and celebrated.
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Professional Development
Access opportunities to grow your expertise and lead innovation in a dynamic, forward-thinking academy trust.
If you are a passionate English Teacher ready for the challenge and reward of launching a new campus and making a profound impact on students' lives, we want to hear from you!
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.