Salary: UQT
Hours/Term Time/Full Time: Fixed Term - 1 Year (Flexible to Hours/Days)
Location: Gravesend
Start Date: January 2027
Estuary Academy North (Gravesend) are looking to recruit an Animal Care Teacher. Above all we are looking for highly skilled but also flexible teaching staff who can work collaboratively.
This role will suit experienced SEN practitioners, primary teachers or secondary subject specialists.
All successful candidates will have ambitious expectations for all pupils and a desire to drive high standards and educational outcomes. All successful candidates will also have a willingness to take on new skills and approaches to meet pupils educational and emotional needs.
Who we are looking for:
Unqualified teachers with experience in SEN and secondary education be that within special or mainstream.
- Candidates with the subject knowledge and classroom practice to teach across both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
- A commitment to motivating learners while challenging and supporting them to achieve their potential.
- Candidates who are child-centred, organised, resourceful and proactive.
- Candidates with a desire to continually improve own teaching and classroom practice.
This is a full-time, permanent position on teachers' pay scale open to UPS + SEN allowance.
Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in 2027?
Are you passionate about working with children and young people with SEN needs including SEMH whilst transforming lives, through real opportunities to engage in education and personal development opportunities.
The Trust/Estuary Academy North can offer you:
An organisation with a clear moral purpose to change young people's lives.
A commitment to support you, in developing new skills through a wide range of professional development opportunities and experiences.
The opportunity to work with a dedicated passionate team of professionals.
Access to our 24/7 employee assistance scheme.
Term-time hours and flexible working.
Additional paid week leave in October for wellbeing purposes.
Five Year Service award for Support Staff.
Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
Eye care reimbursement.
Eligibility to discount schemes such as Blue Light.
Further information about Alternative Learning Trust/Estuary Academy North can be found on our website.
Closing date: 2nd November 2026
Interview date: TBC
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Animal Care Teacher in Gravesend employer: Coast and Vale Learning Trust
Appleton Academy, as part of Exceed Academies Trust, offers a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. With a strong focus on professional development and employee growth, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to a positive school atmosphere. Located in a vibrant community, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on students' lives but also provides a chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in education.
Contact Details:
Coast and Vale Learning Trust Recruitment Team
