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16/03/26

Year 4 have been preparing for next week’s fashion show by creating their own accessories using only recycled materials! I think we’re ready to hit the catwalk!— VIPS () Mar 16, 2026

11/03/26

Six ECO Warriors made a special trip to Maidstone to recycle printer cartridges & make a donation to their chosen charity Demelza House.— VIPS () Mar 11, 2026

05/03/26

Year 4 embarked on a woodland adventure yesterday at Bowles outdoor activity centre! We had a great time developing our teamwork and cooperation skills to solve each challenge as quickly as possible! The weather was also smiling on us, which made it all the more enjoyable!— VIPS () Mar 5, 2026

16/01/26

This week, as part of our Remarkable Writing Day, Turtle class recreated a scene of a lighthouse in a storm by honing their skills in water colours. We used a stained-glass effect to create our images, and we’re very happy with the results!— VIPS () Jan 16, 2026

17/12/25

A huge thank you to  in Kings Hill for their kind donation of oranges. The children had great fun making their Christingles for our assembly today    — VIPS () Dec 17, 2025

02/12/25

This week, Turtle class has been consolidating our knowledge of stained-glass windows by making our very own church-inspired suncatchers to brighten up the classroom!— VIPS () Dec 2, 2025

21/11/25

As part of our Roman topic, Turtle class have been making their own personalised god or goddess, complete with superpowers, familiars and traits!— VIPS () Nov 21, 2025

20/11/25

This week Yr3 visited  They spent the day outside, exploring the beautiful landscape and learning how to observe nature more keenly, particularly the incredible birdlife of the area. It was a fabulous day, and though it was cold, the children showed great interest— VIPS () Nov 20, 2025

14/11/25

Year 3 have enjoyed their Reading Prize treat - time in the Zen Den, drinking hot chocolate and listening to the BFG!— VIPS () Nov 14, 2025

08/10/25

After four superb training sessions, the Year 5/6 football team are ready to embark on another successful season! League CHAMPIONS in the making!— VIPS () Oct 8, 2025

07/10/25

Enterprise club took their Macrame keyrings round to Sue Ryder, ready for them to sell. They were received so positively, and two of the keyrings sold while we were still in the shop! Watch this space to see how much money we can raise for Sue Ryder through our upcycled crafts.— VIPS () Oct 7, 2025

01/10/25

This week, as part of our DT Art Spark Day, Turtle class studied the work of British artist Bridget Riley, who pioneered ‘op art’ in the 1960s, using optical illusions to draw in the viewer. We experimented with our own 3D creations!— VIPS () Oct 1, 2025

29/09/25

Thank you to everyone who came along to support our Macmillan Coffee Afternoon on Friday, we raised £153.80 on the day, plus any online donations 💚— VIPS () Sep 29, 2025

23/09/25

We would like to thank everyone who took part in our first ever colour run on Friday. The event was a big success, and including gift aid we raised a fantastic £1396. Thank you to Valley Invicta KHPTA for organising the event.— VIPS () Sep 23, 2025

22/09/25

Year 6 enjoyed designing their competition entries for  sponsored by  . Thank you Ringtons for the delicious Ginger Snaps! They gave a buzz of excitement to our creative time together and hopefully we’ve come up with some entry winning drawings!  — VIPS () Sep 22, 2025

15/09/25

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12/09/25

Stingray Class have kick-started the year with some fantastic setting descriptions of Joya from our class novel ‘The Girl of Ink and Stars’. Beautifully descriptive language and stunning presentation is clear to see in all of the children’s work!— VIPS () Sep 12, 2025

05/09/25

Year 3 learnt all about how Michelangelo painted the ceiling of the sistene chapel. We had a go at doing our own upside down drawings of a Toucan! Mrs Eldred was super impressed with how closely everyone looked at the picture and the shapes that made it up.— VIPS () Sep 5, 2025

04/09/25

Year 2 have been enjoying their music lesson with Mr Dowgan this morning.— VIPS () Sep 4, 2025

10/03/25

On Friday morning, Mr Littleton took the Year 6 girls over to SST to take part in a football festival to celebrate International Women’s Day. It was so lovely to see our Stingray girls working alongside and making new friends with other girls from across the trust. RRSA Article 8— VIPS () Mar 10, 2025

07/03/25

Today, Year 5 took part in an Anglo-Saxon experience day! We tried our hands at milling flour, making medicines, calligraphy and spinning our very own clothes out of wool!— VIPS () Mar 7, 2025

06/03/25

For British Science Week, Stingray Class took part in an investigation that focused upon how fatbergs are created & the negative effect that they have upon both the environment and our health.— VIPS () Mar 6, 2025

28/02/25

Year 2 travelled across the world this morning to visit Florence Nightingale in the Crimean War. The children learnt how to clean the hospital as well as be amazing nurses.— VIPS () Feb 28, 2025

27/02/25

Daisy, Jean, Jess & Sam P from Stingrays attended the Mayoral Debate and took part in discussions about homework, technology & the length of the school day.  They were brilliant school representatives, listening respectfully & contributing their views confidently & articulately.— VIPS () Feb 27, 2025

13/02/25

Dolphins and Turtles were so lucky to receive a dance workshop from Mrs Knight this morning! We learnt a routine from Sister Act: The Musical – Mr B and Miss Burrell were thoroughly impressed by the enthusiasm and creativity shown!— VIPS () Feb 13, 2025

Classroom Teacher - Maternity Cover

Type of Position:Classroom Teacher
Subject:Primary Classroom Teacher
Salary:MPS
Start Date:September 2026
Closing Date: 4 May 2026 at 4pm

Valley Invicta Primary School at Kings Hill is seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational class teacher to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team. The school can be flexible regarding the teaching year group. This position is for a full time post maternity cover to begin September 2026.

We have an established, strong curriculum that is well-resourced. This is supplemented by a fantastic learning environment with fantastic outdoor spaces.

We are looking for a skilled practitioner who can:

  • Exhibit the VIPS Kings Hill Core Values in their professional behaviours.
  • Be an excellent role model for teaching and learning
  • Demonstrate confident subject knowledge across a range of curriculum subjects.
  • Use this knowledge and skills to lead and develop a foundation subject.
  • Have a positive impact on the wider school community.

We can offer you:

  • A strong, supportive ethos across the school based on our Core Values
  • Regular personal CPD and training, including mentoring and coaching
  • Motivated, well behaved children
  • Committed staff and leadership team
  • Supportive Local School Boards
  • Opportunities to lead whole school projects to effect long term change

We benefit from being part of the Valley Invicta Academies Trust by having close links with the secondary schools enabling collaborative projects and school visits. Teachers and TAs have joint CPD sessions including moderation, and there are many opportunities for pupils to take part in a range of sporting and arts events.

We warmly invite visits to our school to see how we work and to find out more about the role, please contact Mrs Catherine Sharrock (Headteacher) on 01732 841695 to arrange a visit.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on the website policy page and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found here.

You can find the full job description here and an application fom here.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.