Kendrick School

Lead, inspire, make a difference

Vacancies

Kendrick School is a welcoming, inclusive and happy community, with students who are engaging, cooperative and eager to learn. The recent Ofsted report, November 2022 stated: “Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary both in lessons and around the school. They respect and exemplify the values within the school pledge. Pupils love being here. Attendance is high, pupils are punctual, and lessons are free from any low-level disruption”

WHY WORK FOR KENDRICK SCHOOL?

Kendrick School is a welcoming, inclusive and happy community. We can offer you:

  • Friendly, welcoming and supportive colleagues.
  • A student body that is motivated and engaged.
  • Training and development.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme membership.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Access to our swimming pool and other fitness/wellbeing initiatives.
  • Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.

Ofsted report November 2022 "The Kendrick Pledge emphasises friendship, kindness, respect, equality, tolerance and justice, and these values underpin all that the school achieves. Pupils flourish in this exceptionally caring and inclusive learning environment. Secure, trusting relationships between staff and pupils ensure pupils feel very well supported and safe here. In turn, pupils’ excellent behaviour and impeccable manners make Kendrick a very special place to be".

SAFER RECRUITMENT

Kendrick School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure & Barring Service. Kendrick School is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Please read the information on our Safer Recruitment procedures here.

All applications should be sent to aemberson@kendrick.reading.sch.uk or posted to Amanda Emberson-Powney, Administration Manager, Kendrick School, London Road, Reading, RG1 5BN. 

CVs cannot be accepted as a method of application. Visits to the school are welcome.

CURRENT VACANCIES

Please click on the links below for current vacancies:

Teaching Vacancies

English Teacher to cover a maternity leave. November 2024. 0.8 up to full time. Closing date for applications 9am Monday 23rd September 2024.

Support Staff Vacancies

School Administrator and Student Welfare Assistant to join September/October 2024. 28 hours a week, Monday to Thursday, 8am to 3.30pm. Term time only. Deadline for applications 9am Monday 23rd September 2024.

Library Resource Coordinator to join September/October 2024. 221/2 hours a week (alternate weeks - 8am to 12.30pm; 12.30pm to 5pm). Term time only. Deadline for applications 9am Monday 23rd September 2024.

Biology and Chemistry Technician to join September 2024. 221/2 hours a week. Term time only. Deadline for applications 9am Monday 16th September 2024.

School Caretaker to join August 2024. 37 hours a week. 10am to 6pm. Full time. Deadline for applications 9am 1st July 2024.