Opportunities at Trinity School

Job Pathway: Teacher Training Programme 

Our teacher training sets you on the path to becoming an excellent teacher. One who will inspire the next generation to succeed. 

We have partnered with Teach Kent & Sussex to offer an 11-month intensive teacher training programme, where you can be placed at our school. 

Here are five reasons why you should join our teaching training programme: 

• Train in one school: You’ll do most of your training one school, which could be Trinity School. This gives you immediate opportunities to put the theory you’ve learned into practice in a classroom, supported by expert teachers.

• Be guided by a fully trained mentor: To ensure you’re supported throughout your training; we match you with an experienced teacher who will guide you every step of the way.

• Benefit from blended learning: You’ll get the high-quality academic training you'd expect to get from a university combined with immersive, classroom learning.

• Become a qualified teacher. After successfully completing the programme, you’ll achieve qualified teacher status (QTS), and a postgraduate certificate in education (PGCE) enabling you to start your career in teaching right away.

• Earn a decent salary. Teachers earn a starting salary of at least £31,000, with head teachers earning upwards of £120,000 in some schools. Teachers are also entitled to a substantial pension and generous holidays.

To be eligible, you will need: 

• GCSE 4/C or above in Maths and English (and Science if training in Primary),  or equivalent.

• An undergraduate bachelor's degree with honours, generally 2:2 or above, or equivalent. 

Option of part-time training: A part-time option is also available over two years, but not all partner schools are able to offer this option. 

Start date 1st September 2026, Applications now open. 

How to apply Complete our short online form to begin the application process www.teachkentandsussex.org.uk 

Teach Kent & Sussex, working with The Ambition Institute 

Teach Kent & Sussex delivers initial teacher training in partnership with The Ambition Institute. Ambition Institute support teachers and school leaders at every stage of their careers, helping them to keep getting better. They are a charity providing training and professional development based on the most rigorous research and evidence about what really works. Together, we’re shaping the future of education to give every child the best start in life. 

Teach Kent and Sussex is part of the Tenax Schools Trust. 

Tenax Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and all applicants are expected to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

Trinity School is a popular and oversubscribed Christian Free School in Sevenoaks. We received 796 applications for 180 school places for September 2026 new student intake.

Here are all the great reasons why you should consider working at Trinity:

• We have a strong vision and values, which influences everything we do.
• You can expect a smooth transition to working with us. Not only will you have a dedicated mentor, but an induction programme will ensure you are fully versed in every aspect of Trinity life.
• You will have lunch with the headteacher during the first term of being with us to find out how things are going.
• A staff well-being champion works closely with the leadership team to ensure a manageable staff workload. Your well-being is important to us, and we continuously review our practices to ensure we are working smartly while simultaneously adding value.
• Since our first set of GCSEs in 2018, we have been above the national average every year in our P8 score (2018 +0.15, 2019 +0.21, 2022 +0.32, 2023 +0.22, 2024 +0.26).
• We are a school that supports students to achieve academically and holistically.
• We will prioritise your development and help you achieve your career aspirations. We have promoted several staff to middle and senior leadership positions and given others opportunities to progress in their career elsewhere.
• Our parents are supportive, and many volunteer to help in various ways.
• We have an incredible chaplaincy department that not only looks out for the welfare of students but also cares for our staff.
• We occupy a state-of-the-art building and office and classrooms are well resourced.
• There is ample on-site staff parking and designated staff workrooms.
• Good travel links to London (35 mins by train), M25 (10 mins) and we are in the heart of rural Sevenoaks.

Come and work for us and be part of our story about changing and transforming lives. 

About the PE Department

At Trinity School, the Physical Education department is a passionate, collaborative, and forward-thinking team committed to developing physically literate, socially confident, and independent learners. We aim to inspire students to understand and value the importance of leading an active and healthy lifestyle, recognising the wide-ranging physical, mental, and social benefits of lifelong participation in physical activity.

The department has a strong culture of high expectations and inclusive practice, with a focus on maximising student engagement and achievement. We offer a broad and ambitious curriculum, complemented by an extensive extracurricular programme, and regularly compete in local, regional, and national competitions across sports such as rugby, netball, and football. Participation in sport continues to grow across the school, and we are committed to sustaining this through innovative, creative, and inclusive sporting opportunities.

Academically, the department has recently transitioned to the NCFE Health and Fitness qualification at Key Stage 4. At Key Stage 5, we deliver the highly popular BTEC National Extended Certificate and BTEC National Diploma in Sport, supporting students in progressing to further education and careers within the sports industry. Experience of delivering these qualifications would be advantageous, though not essential.

About You

You will be committed to the development and progress of students, able to facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential and you will be the sort of person who enjoys a collaborative team working style, relishes a challenge and is resilient.  We are interested in hearing from candidates who are either newly qualified, or have 2 – 3 years’ experience of teaching PE with a proven track record of success.  It is an advantage to be able to teach A Level PE, but this isn’t essential. 

The post is predominantly PE, however, there may be a requirement for another subject specialism, at least for the first year.

How to apply

We are a Christian school through and through and are very keen to uphold this important and foundational element at Trinity.  You do not have to be a Christian to join us but be sympathetic to our Christian values.

We highly recommend you come and visit us to experience what others so readily affirm that Trinity is truly a unique place, with a calm and caring atmosphere.

We are recruiting as applicants apply therefore an appointment may be made before the close date.

Our school and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.  The successful applicant will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure and checks regarding proof of ID, medical clearance, satisfactory references, social media checks and the right to work in the UK.

If you would like any further information, arrange a visit or an informal discussion please contact Fiona Smith, HR Manager on 01732 469111 or email hr@trinitysevenoaks.com 

To apply please use the Apply now on the TES jobs website.  Alternatively our application pack can be found on the school’s website www.trinitysevenoaks.org.uk and should be sent to hr@trinitysevenoaks.com 

Apply through TES

PE Teacher Job Description

Apply through our Teacher Application Form

Equal Opportunities Form 2024

Closing Date: Sunday 10th May 2026