Here at Sutton Valence School, we are always looking for creative, engaging and talented staff to contribute to the School and provide the best education, as a team, to our students.
Nestled in the stunning Kent countryside, whilst still having close links to London, Sutton Valence is an oasis of beauty. The Senior and Preparatory Schools are just a mile apart from each other and have sprawling sites and acres of greenery, trees and fresh air. Wellies and outdoor life are very much a part of School life and all are encouraged to take advantage of the sites and their facilities.
Cancel your expensive gym membership and take advantage of the fully equipped air-conditioned Strength and Conditioning suite, Cardiovascular suite, the indoor, heated six-lane swimming pool and the large sports hall which is available for a multitude of sports. We also have an AstroTurf pitch, outdoor Tennis and Netball courts and an Athletics track available to use.
The School operates a contributory pension scheme which is open to all members of staff.
Support Staff are offered the opportunity to join a defined contribution (DC) scheme and currently offer two levels of contribution. With Option One, the employee contributes five per cent of their salary, and the School contributes three per cent. With Option Two, the employee contributes seven per cent and the School contributes fourteen per cent.
For Teaching Staff, the School offers either membership to the TPS or to a DC scheme. The teacher’s gross salary will be dependent on the pension scheme and contribution level.
All staff are welcome to join the Benenden Healthcare Scheme. The cost of joining Benenden is currently £11.90 per month, however, the School Governors have agreed to pay up to 80 per cent of contributions, based upon the length of service. Further information is available from the Bursary.
All staff with a contract for at least one full term and have children who attend either the Senior or Preparatory School will be eligible to receive a discount in respect of School fees (excluding the Nursery). The current rate of discount is 65 per cent for full-time staff, and for part-time staff, the relevant percentage will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.
Now in my fifth year at SVS, my days are far from a boring routine. There are so many areas of School life to be involved in whatever your interests, be this attending an informal Music concert, being part of the CCF or spending a week in the Lakes with DofE. Teamed with great facilities and wonderful comradery amongst the staff, SVS is a way of life and not just a job.
Billie Palmer, Teacher of ICT
If you have any questions, please do reach out to our helpful HR department which can answer any queries you may have.
Please read our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy and our Recruitment policy.
Please read our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy and Recruitment policy.
