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14/09/26

KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club is back! Term 1's theme is Viral Recipes & Online Food Hacks, and we kicked off with Big Mac Tacos, a huge hit with pupils who couldn't wait to tuck in. Next up: chicken wings! Y9 & Y10 pupils can still sign up outside TE1 or speak to Mrs Naylor.

11/09/26

After school activities are on offer in school from next week, week commencing Monday 14 September.  Pupils should see the teacher who runs the activity if they have any queries.

11/09/26

Lunchtime activities are on offer in school from next week, week commencing Monday 14 September.  Pupils should see the teacher who runs the activity if they have any queries.

10/09/26

Start the day the right way! All CDS pupils are welcome to enjoy a FREE breakfast in the school canteen. Great food, a friendly atmosphere, and the fuel needed for a successful school day.

07/09/26

We're proud that our pupils' Pride Club Banner was displayed throughout Pride Month at Margate Queer Library and will remain on display until Christmas! A wonderful celebration of identity, inclusion and LGBTQ+ pride. Congratulations to everyone involved.

07/09/26

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18/08/26

We are looking forward to seeing our Y11 pupils return on Thursday 20 August when GCSE results will be available for collection between 9am-11am. We are proud of the hard work and resilience they have shown throughout their studies and wish them every success for the future.

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24/06/26

Another fantastic week at Jewellery Club! Year 7 & 8 pupils created some brilliant Pride-themed pieces, while others have continued developing their laser-cut designs. It’s been wonderful to see so much creativity and imagination reflected in the unique pieces they’ve produced.

11/06/26

Here are the latest Sparx Maths leaderboard stats from our maths homework platform!

22/05/26

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22/05/26

KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club served up chicken fajitas this week.  Zesty fillings, mango salsa, guac & more! Great knife skills, presentation & some spicy chilli bravery. Sign up outside TE1 next term – FREE but spaces go fast!

19/05/26

Our Year 9 Hospitality & Catering pupils have truly risen to the challenge, mastering the art of the classic (and tricky!) Swiss roll. From carefully whisking and folding to achieving the perfect roll without a crack, they showcased outstanding skill and creativity.

14/05/26

What a smashing time we had – literally! 🍔 Smash burgers were back by popular demand in KS4 Life Skills Club, and a full house created delicious stacks with all the toppings. So tasty, most didn’t even make it out of the room!  

14/05/26

Here are the latest Sparx Maths leaderboard stats from our maths homework platform!

14/05/26

Pancake perfection at KS3 Cooking Club! Pupils whipped up light, fluffy American style pancakes, topped with a rainbow of leftover fruit from Year 7 fruit salad lessons - Proof that leftovers can be delicious! Let’s reduce food waste and get creative in the kitchen!

14/05/26

Our Year 10 GCSE Music pupils enjoyed an inspiring visit to the Granville Theatre to watch a fantastic performance by the Kidenza Symphony Orchestra. A brilliant opportunity to experience live orchestral music and enhance their understanding beyond the classroom.

14/05/26

Celebrating our Term 4 “Take It Further” winners! 🎉 Proud of pupils who went above and beyond in these optional challenges, showing real curiosity, creativity, and dedication. Winners shared a reward breakfast. Well done to all who took part—amazing work!

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Administrative Assistant - BCAT 4 - Term Time Only + 5 x SDD

Type of Position:Administrator
Subject:Administration
Salary:BCAT 4 - £16,750-£17,704 (FTE £19,389-£20,493)
Start Date:ASAP
Closing Date: Monday 3 October 2022 @ 9am

OUR TRUST

BCAT is a small, but highly ambitious Academy Trust consisting of 3 schools,  Barton Court Grammar School, The Charles Dickens School and the new free school, Barton Manor School.

Barton Court Grammar School (BCGS) is a state, selective, co-educational school with a strong reputation for its high academic standards and its caring and supportive ethos. The School is an accredited ‘Advanced Thinking School’ and is also the lead school of Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT). The Charles Dickens School (CDS) joined BCAT on 1 March 2017 and Barton Manor School, a free school which is a 5 form entry 11-18 non-selective school with a joint Sixth Form with BCGS is co-sited to BCGS and opened on 1 September 2022.

The Post

A highly efficient, pro-active and reliable Administrator is required to work at The Charles Dickens School supporting the main office and assisting with general administrative duties, Reception and hospitality.

This role requires a candidate who is approachable, positive, reliable and can work independently with minimal supervision.  Candidates should have good numeracy and literacy skills, excellent ICT skills and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.  Experience of working in a school would be an advantage.

Hours of work are 37 per week, 08.00-16.00 Mon-Thu and 08.00-15.30 Fri (to include 30 minutes unpaid lunch break). 

This is a term time only post plus 5 Staff Development Days equating to 0.8639 FTE.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for this post should be made online only via the School’s website. CVs alone will not be accepted. Please email your application to Mrs Anne-Marie Ormsby – recruitment@cds.kent.sch.uk

If you wish to discuss this post further please contact Mrs Ormsby by telephone.

Deadline for applications is Monday 3 October 2022 @ 9am. The School reserves the right to interview prior to the closing date so early applications are welcomed.

The Charles Dickens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for Children.