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17/10/25

Beech class have been working so hard on their geography learning about mountains this term. Their final outcome was a non chronological report summarising all that they have learnt. Well done Year 5.

17/10/25

We all enjoyed a wonderful 'pumpkin assembly' on Wednesday delivered by Ashleigh from Spadework. We all learnt so much and hope to be able to go and pick pumpkins there over half term. 

17/10/25

Finally dry, here are just a few examples of Year 5's finished product. You can see a plateau, a volcanic and two fold mountains!     âché

14/10/25

We had a very exciting day today when we welcomed a new member of our Aylesford family - Obi! Obi will be joining us once a week to support children with their reading and their wellbeing and mental health.

14/10/25

Well done to the Year 5 and 6 boys football team who competed in the Stones In The Community football tournament hosted by  at The Gallagher Stadium. The team represented the school brilliantly! Congratulations  on winning the whole thing!

10/10/25

🎨 Miss Moroney has loved seeing all the amazing art around school this week! 👀 Pop Art Portraits in Year 6 🧱 Roman mosaics in the making in Year 4 🎭 Jawlensky-inspired oil pastel portraits in Year 2 🐌 Year 1 exploring patterns on clay snails So much creativity on display!🌟

10/10/25

Elm Class had a fantastic afternoon sculpting snails from clay! Look closely at the shells - can you spot the unique lines and patterns in their creations? 🐌🎨

10/10/25

Year 5 have published their incredible balanced arguments, based on whether our protagonist - Alex Rider - should be allowed to carry weapons (as a fourteen-year-old spy). What do you think? Which side are you on - for or against?   

06/10/25

Year 6 have been using everyday items to recreate the process of fossilisation. Next week, we will see what happens to the gummy worms after being left under layers of bread and heavy books.

05/10/25

KS1 had a wonderful time at the Dance and Movement event this week!

05/10/25

A huge well done to our Year 6 Trampette team who were unbeaten in last weeks tournament bringing the trophy back to Aylesford for the second year running!

03/10/25

Sycamore Class have been creating gymnastic sequences using the apparatus, and challenging themselves brilliantly!

03/10/25

Four of our lovely Year 6 children represented us incredibly well at the OPGS maths challenge. Well done!

02/10/25

Year 6 had a visit from the magistrates today to learn all about the court systems, laws and punishments.

01/10/25

Year 5 painted their mountains today and they look incredible! It almost feels like you're looking at the Alps or Everest! The children should be very proud of their work! Next step: labelling the features  

01/10/25

Pine Class wrote some incredible diary entries yesterday. Miss Blackwell was extremely proud. Keep up the hard work everyone! We will publish these today.

29/09/25

Another huge well done to Grace for another football trophy - this time for her 2 goals!

26/09/25

Year 1 had a fantastic Maths Showcase, sharing their number and place value knowledge with families! A huge thank you to everyone who came — it was lovely to speak with you and see the children so proud of their learning. 👏✨     

26/09/25

Well done to the Year 5 and 6 girls football team, who reached the last 16 in the Stones in the Community tournament at  !

26/09/25

Year 4 performing their partner balances in PE!

26/09/25

Hazel class had fun in their computing lesson earlier this week. They were learning about hardware and had to match different types of hardware to their definition!

26/09/25

Fabulous turn out from parents and the local community for our  this morning. Thank you for coming and supporting this great cause. 

25/09/25

Fun in the autumn sun on KS2 today! Den building, mud kitchen and our new play equipment. #schooldays#

25/09/25

Hazel class enjoyed their computing lesson on hardware. The sorted different types of hardware and matched them to the correct definition!

24/09/25

Pine Class had an exciting afternoon today. They built their pneumatic systems and painted their egg boxes ready to create their moving monsters next week.

SENCO - full time

Type of Position:SENCO
Subject:Primary
Salary:VIAT MPS/UPS
Start Date:January 2025
Closing Date: 14 November 2025, 9am

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford are seeking to appoint an inspirational and nurturing SENCO to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the strategic and operational provision for pupils with SEND and will work alongside school leaders as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. We are seeking someone who believes all children can be successful, and with the right support, can all achieve their best; this will include guiding teachers and support staff with modelling excellent practice and providing a knowledge-rich insight into the very best provision.

We have an established, exciting curriculum that is well-resourced and contextualised to meet the needs of our school community.

We are looking for a skilled practitioner who can:

  • High expectations of pupils and a commitment to ensure that they can fulfil their potential.
  • Be able to use a range of teaching strategies and resources to motivate and engage pupils with SEND.
  • Knowledge of the SEN and Disability Code of Practice

We can offer you:

  • A strong, supportive ethos across the school based on our core values
  • Motivated, well-behaved children
  • Committed and supportive staff
  • A fantastic learning environment
  • Excellent professional development

We benefit from being part of Valley Invicta Academies Trust which allows close links with the secondary schools enabling collaborative projects and school visits. Within this, the Trust Director of SEN works collaboratively with our group of SENCOs in a supportive and collective way using evidence-based research to enhance provision across our schools.

If you believe that you are the person we are looking for, please contact Mrs Jenner (Office Manager) to arrange a visit to the school.

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 can be found on our website policy page and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found here.

A full job description can be found here.

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.