Project Lead - East Schools Together; EKST

Teaching careers in HMC independent schools Project Lead - East Kent Schools Together (EKST)

• Kent
• King's School Canterbury
• £30,000 pro rata per annum (£17,538.46 for hours and weeks worked)

We are seeking a Project Lead to coordinate and develop EKST’s programme of collaborative projects, events and opportunities, maintaining momentum and engagement across all partner organisations.

30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (state school term time)

East Kent Schools Together (EKST) is a unique and ambitious partnership of state and independent schools and universities, working collaboratively to raise aspirations and widen horizons for young people across East Kent.

You will work closely with the EKST Heads, Management and Finance Groups, reporting to the Chair of the Heads’ Group, and will play a central role in planning, delivery, evaluation and communication.

This is a varied, outward‑facing role combining strategic project leadership with hands‑on delivery. Responsibilities include coordinating meetings and reporting, developing and leading partnership initiatives, managing the EKST events calendar and budget, overseeing communications and social media, building external relationships, and securing funding through bids and grants.

The role would suit a highly organised self‑starter with a background in education and/or project management, strong communication skills, and a passion for partnership working.

Closing date for receipt of applications: 15 February 2026.

The King’s School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.