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24/03/25

We ran a book cover competition for World Book Day this year, and here are the winners! #worldbookday#bookcovers pic.twitter.com/OC4bXBCqyo— Valley Park School () March 24, 2025

24/03/25

The week ahead is a big week for our Performing Arts students, as they're putting on our latest Musical production; Sister Act!#wearevalleypark#wearevalleyparkperformingarts#sisteract pic.twitter.com/iduwmFUDTN— Valley Park School () March 24, 2025

23/03/25

“Pupils who didn't achieve grade 9-4 in English & Maths GCSEs in 2019 had an overall absence rate of 8.8% over the key stage, compared with 5.2% among pupils who achieved a grade 4 & 3.7% among pupils who achieved grade 9-5 in both English and Maths.” The DforE#everylessoncounts pic.twitter.com/CzaQzaGbOt— Valley Park School () March 23, 2025

22/03/25

Rejoice! Sister Act is only 4 sleeps away! https://t.co/5YaEKFU4Tm #wearevalleyparkproductions pic.twitter.com/EnOzsOYx0a— Valley Park School () March 22, 2025

21/03/25

Nowruz, the Persian New Year, marks the start of Spring and means ‘New Day’. While often secular, Nowruz is celebrated by people from diverse religious & cultural backgrounds, holding sacred significance for Zoroastrians, Baháʼís, and some Muslims. pic.twitter.com/ot0wEbzHty— Valley Park School () March 21, 2025

21/03/25

Friday is House Points update day!#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/RRQ0bhcYIV— Valley Park School () March 21, 2025

20/03/25

Huge Congratulations to Max in Year 7 for being Awarded the Commandants Award 2025 at Army Youths! Well done Max! #armyyouths pic.twitter.com/48ggTR3vyh— Valley Park School () March 20, 2025

20/03/25

Year 7 student, Cara, played in the U12 London cup final at the weekend. Her team beat Charlton Academy 1-0 to become champions. Well done Cara! #ambitious pic.twitter.com/NQHn1MhiUV— Valley Park School () March 20, 2025

20/03/25

Year 9 Pathway+ students attended an induction at Mid Kent College, learning about the carousel programme and participating in mini-courses. The students engaged in activities like decorating biscuits, constructing robots, and bricklaying. pic.twitter.com/AcMqfwmdcM— Valley Park School () March 20, 2025

20/03/25

In the Pagan calendar, the Spring equinox, known as Eostre or Ostara, celebrates Earth's renewal and life’s resurgence after winter. Eostre, the pagan fertility goddess, is associated with symbols like hares and eggs, signifying new beginnings. pic.twitter.com/36dAMW5zZp— Valley Park School () March 20, 2025

19/03/25

Thank you to all our Year 6 parents who attended our welcome event last week. We're really looking forward to sharing the next 5 to 7 years with you and your child and seeing how they thrive here.#wearevalleyparktransition pic.twitter.com/ZV7MvtgbtW— Valley Park School () March 19, 2025

18/03/25

Tomorrow's exams are... pic.twitter.com/Xim7QKfHVj— Valley Park School () March 18, 2025

18/03/25

Talented Valley Park musicians performed at The Wishful Thinker Pub yesterday evening, in a new event called V in the Pub. pic.twitter.com/mRgff8YEIc— Valley Park School () March 18, 2025

17/03/25

Tomorrow's exams are... pic.twitter.com/zIoZFilltW— Valley Park School () March 17, 2025

17/03/25

Year 12 & 13 IT & Computer Science students attended Aspiration Digital at Bluewater, a careers conference exploring the digital universe. They heard from industry experts and participated in workshops, making connections for future work experience. pic.twitter.com/FTLA17IILH— Valley Park School () March 17, 2025

17/03/25

We begin the week with St Patrick’s Day and V in the Pub, held at The Wishful Thinker this evening. There are Sixth Form Open Morning Tours on Monday and Wednesday. We end the week with World Maths Day.#wearevalleypark#theweekahead pic.twitter.com/bcEMIqHSUU— Valley Park School () March 17, 2025

17/03/25

St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland is a celebration of their patron saint with parades, music, dancing, and green attire. Traditional Irish food like corned beef and cabbage is enjoyed, along with Guinness, in pubs worldwide. pic.twitter.com/8jVM8UERZF— Valley Park School () March 17, 2025

16/03/25

There are many reasons why a student might struggle with attendance at school. Valley Park has a dedicated team to help & support you. To speak to someone, contact us by phone or email & a member of the attendance team will get back to you. pic.twitter.com/MOc1fYzm3h— Valley Park School () March 16, 2025

16/03/25

Tomorrow's exams are... pic.twitter.com/14M24AdT7G— Valley Park School () March 16, 2025

14/03/25

You can still book a place on our Sixth Form Open Morning Tours, which are coming up on Monday March 17 and Wednesday March 19 at 8.45am. Visit our website: https://t.co/58lYerhh35 pic.twitter.com/pkN79jHnXP— Valley Park School () March 14, 2025

14/03/25

House points update...#housepointsfriday pic.twitter.com/b3oJ8E50ak— Valley Park School () March 14, 2025

12/03/25

Spread the love around! Sister Act is playing at Valley Park School from Wed 26 March! Book your tickets now: https://t.co/5YaEKFTx3O #wearevalleyparkproductions pic.twitter.com/8JSll2CTJ3— Valley Park School () March 12, 2025

11/03/25

Last Friday Dance students attended Move It 2025, the world's biggest Dance event! They participated in workshops, and some brave students performed on the Freestyle stage. Hamish advanced to the final stages of the Freestyle competition. pic.twitter.com/a8YJns0mtN— Valley Park School () March 11, 2025

11/03/25

We are immensely proud to share that last weekend all the hard work and training came to the most amazing fruition as year 9 student, Daisy was crowned WDO World Champion in the Blackpool Tower with her formation team! Well done Daisy! pic.twitter.com/FjiRx6hC6k— Valley Park School () March 11, 2025

10/03/25

Year 9 student, Amy (second from right), headed to Sheffield this weekend to compete in the British Schools Judo Championship and won a Bronze medal. We are incredibly proud to have a national medallist at our school! Well done Amy! #judo pic.twitter.com/oAs4RaNIMM— Valley Park School () March 10, 2025

Head of Food Studies

Type of Position:Head of Department
Subject:Food Studies
Salary:MPS/UPS + TLR 2:1
Start Date:28/08/2025
Closing Date: 27/03/2025 at 12:00

Head of Food Studies

The role of Head of Food Studies is for a committed and motivated professional who would like to work in a school that provides a wealth of opportunities for both its pupils and staff, along with wanting to be part of a family friendly, team-based workforce.

This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher looking for leadership responsibilities across the school.  We are looking for talented teachers.

We would like an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious team player to join us, who has a passion for Food Studies. 

 

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 and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found attached.

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. Additionally, if you would like a tour of the school please contact recruitment@valleypark.viat.org.uk.

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