Current Vacancies

Teacher of Art/Photography – Required for September 2025 – Salary MPS/UPS

We are seeking to appoint a passionate and enthusiastic Teacher of Art/Photography from September 2025 on either a full-time or part-time (0.8) basis.

The successful candidate will be required to teach Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. Some experience in ceramics would also be an advantage but not essential. The position is open to ECTs as well as more experienced colleagues.

The Art/Photography department is a high performing department. From September it will consist of one other full-time teacher and three part-time teachers as well as a Teaching Assistant and Technician.

Students study AQA for GCSE - Art, Craft & Design (unendorsed) and GCSE Art & Design Photography, A Level Art, Craft & Design and A Level Photography.

Should you require further details about the role or wish to arrange a tour of the school, please contact Tom Hedger, Head of Art/Photography via generalenquiries@maplesden.kent.sch.uk

The school ensures that there is the right work-home balance to support the wellbeing of all staff. We are dedicated to providing outstanding training and development.  Other benefits include, but are not limited to, wellbeing afternoons, free annual flu vaccinations, long service celebrations, bespoke CPD and a staff rewards system.

Alongside a salary of between £33,483 and £49,084 pa, the school currently contributes 28.68% (the equivalent of between £9,603 and £14,077 pa) towards you being a member of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

Applications should be made by completing the application form below and returning it to Heidi Lishman, Senior HR Advisor at The Maplesden Noakes School, Buckland Road, Maidstone, ME16 0TJ via e-mail hr@maplesden.kent.sch.uk

Closing date for applications is Monday 24^th February 2024 (8 am).  This date may be brought forward in the event that suitable candidates are found earlier.  Early applications are therefore recommended.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE – WE ARE LOOKING TO FILL THIS VACANCY BY DIRECT APPLICATION ONLY

Maplesden Noakes School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check.