Vacancies and Apprenticeships

At The Norton Knatchbull School, we are fortunate to have an exceptional team of hard-working and dedicated staff. We strongly believe in investing in people and supporting their growth. We actively support our colleagues in career development and value initiative and ambition at every stage.  Staff progression is carefully monitored through a comprehensive Performance Development Review (PDR), and ongoing opportunities for personal development are offered through our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme. As well as formal and informal training, we offer coaching, mentoring and peer support to ensure the progression of all our staff. Our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) have an open door policy, providing staff with a supportive space for one-on-one discussions whenever needed.

In line with our Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, The Norton Knatchbull School is committed to equal opportunities for all job applicants.  It is important for our students to understand and experience the strength and depth of a diverse community, and we aim to create a culture that encourages and values diversity, and that appoints, rewards, and promotes staff based on merit.  As part of this commitment, we regularly celebrate culture days and events, and are proud to have achieved the RACE Charter Mark at bronze level. 

We are also excited to offer additional staff benefits that promote health and wellbeing. Through our partnership with the award-winning healthcare provider Benenden Health, we provide free membership to all participating staff, granting access to a wide range of benefits. To further support a healthy and eco-friendly commute, we offer a Cycle to Work scheme. Additionally, we offer subsidised school lunches and encourage staff to participate in in-house "Well Being" sessions - whether to explore new hobbies, such as badminton and running clubs, or simply to unwind with colleagues. 

At The Norton Knatchbull School, we recognise that our staff are one of our greatest assets, and we remain committed to their professional growth, wellbeing and success.

 

CURRENT VACANCIES:

ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD REFER TO OUR CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFEGUARDING POLICY.

APPRENTICESHIPS AT NKS:

We are proud to offer a wide range of apprenticeship opportunities across multiple disciplines and through several accredited training providers. Apprenticeships at our school are available from Level 3 up to and including Level 6, supporting both entry-level and advanced career pathways.

Our apprenticeship programmes cover a variety of areas, including (but not limited to):

• Teaching & Learning Support
• SEND
• Sport / PE
• Finance
• IT

We are committed to developing the next generation of professionals by providing high-quality training, hands-on experience, and a supportive learning environment. Whether you are starting your career or looking to progress further, our apprenticeship pathways offer valuable skills and recognised qualifications.

We are also proud to celebrate our apprentices’ successes, including one of our apprentices being selected as a finalist at the Kent Apprenticeship Awards 2026.

Apprentices at NKS are well supported in school throughout their training. We work closely with training providers to ensure progress is effectively monitored, and apprentices are given the time, resources, and guidance they need to succeed. Line managers meet regularly with apprentices to review progress, identify strengths, and agree next steps to ensure they stay on track. This helps create a positive, supportive environment where apprentices feel confident, valued, and well-prepared for their future careers.

Megan’s story at NKS - Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Please contact the school (cdunton@nks.kent.sch.uk) for more information about current apprenticeship opportunities.