KTS Academy

25/09/2026

A Fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the Teaching Team within our outstanding specialist school.

We are seeking a teacher with a passion for working with children and young adults with SEND.

Experience of teaching in an Early Years setting would be desirable and applications from NQTs and teachers with mainstream experience are most welcome.
If you have:
•A passion for working with children / young adults with SEN
•The ability to offer a personalised and creative approach to learning
•Have excellent interpersonal skills, physical and emotional resilience
•Good leadership skills
•High professional standards
•A commitment to continually improve and develop
•Want to make an educational difference in children/young adults’ life’s

We warmly recommend that you visit KTS, so we can share with you why we are so proud of our school, allowing you the opportunity to see what we have to offer.

Please visit KTS Academy's website for the full details: https://www.kts-academy.org.uk/news-events/vacancies/

14/09/2026

KTS Academy are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our dedicated catering team. This is an excellent opportunity to play an important role in supporting the wellbeing of our pupils by helping to provide nutritious meals in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.

Working under the direction of the Catering Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen, helping with food preparation, meal service, cleaning and maintaining high standards of hygiene across our catering facilities. You will also help prepare and tidy the dining hall and contribute to ensuring pupils enjoy a calm and positive mealtime experience.

Previous catering experience, a Food Hygiene Certificate and experience in a school or SEND environment would be desirable although these are not essential.

Contract Type: Permanent (six-month Probation)
Pay Banding: SCP 3-6 Term Time only PD Days
Hours per week: 10 hours across five days ( 2 hours per day)
Salary: £25,614 - £26,016 pro rata (Actual pay £6,007 - £6,101.84)
Closing Date: Monday 21st September, at 9am.
Interview Date: Wednesday 23rd September

Application packs are available from the school website www.ktsacademy.org.uk and should be emailed to Laura Wilson, HR Manager: [email protected]

All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. References will be sought prior to interview.

08/09/2026

KTS are looking to appoint a cleaner to join our highly motivated, friendly Building Services Team to commence as soon as possible.

You will be required to ensure that designated areas of the Academy are kept clean, hygienic and safe to create a suitable environment for staff and pupils.

If you feel you want to make a difference, please contact the school to arrange an informal visit.

Contract Type: Permanent (six-month probation period)
Contracted Hours: 15 hours per week, Term Time Only + All PD Days
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 6am - 9am daily
Start Date: To be discussed at Interview
Closing Date: Monday 21st September 2026
Pay Scale & Banding: SCP 3 / £25,614 pro rota (Actual Pay £9,011) (Salary amended in line with NJC pay terms and conditions)

Application packs are available from the school website www.ktsacademy.org.uk or by contacting the Academy on 01287 677265 / email [email protected]

Only applicants submitted on the school’s application form will be considered

Applications should be addressed/emailed directly to KTS HR Manager: [email protected]

KTS Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.

08/09/2026

KTS Academy are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and forward-thinking school community from October 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and who is keen to develop professionally within a highly nurturing environment.
At KTS, every role matter’s. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital part in helping our pupils to succeed, working closely with experienced teachers and a dedicated staff team.

KTS Academy is a place where you will be valued, supported, and encouraged to develop your skills. Whether you are experienced in SEND or looking to begin or further your career in education, we will invest in you and provide opportunities to work across the Academy to broaden your experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team that is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for pupils, we would love to hear from you.
Full application packs are available from the school website www.ktsacademy.org.uk

Only applicants submitted on the school’s application form will be considered. Applications should be addressed/ emailed to the HR Manager, Laura Wilson [email protected]

KTS Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.

04/09/2026

Fantastic Fundraising Success for Friends of KTS Academy

A huge congratulations to Matthew Kearton, who recently completed the Middlesbrough 10K in an impressive time of 1 hour, 8 minutes and 31 seconds in support of the Kilton Thorpe Friends Association.

The fundraising effort has far exceeded expectations, with the original target of £500 quickly surpassed, followed by a second target of £750. Thanks to the incredible generosity of supporters, the JustGiving page has now raised over £800.

With donations continuing to come in, a final fundraising target of £1,000 has been set. The JustGiving page will remain open until early October, we'd love any support from our school community in helping to reach this ambitious goal.

Thank you to everyone who has supported and shared this fundraising campaign so far. The money raised will make a real difference to the work of the Kilton Thorpe Friends Association, and it would be wonderful to see the fundraiser reach the £1,000 milestone. 🎉

Iʼm raising money to Kilton Thorpe Friends Association (1017904). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

17/07/2026

We hope you enjoy reading the July edition of the KTS newsletter

As we come to the end of another wonderful school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the vibrant and joyful final half term we have shared. Our whole‑school topic, On the Beach, offered pupil

08/07/2026

On Friday we had a fantastic evening celebrating with our KTS leavers, their families, classmates and staff at Prom 2026. I will share some of the photos on Dojo and send some to families individually.

Everyone had a great evening. Thanks to Lauren for organising, Lacey for the amazing photos, Lesley for cooking the food, DJ Marcus, Karen at Senses for the chair covers and bows, Brotton Community Centre Bingo who donated £100 for the sweet trolley, the photo booth and the ice cream van, the staff for supporting the pupils (and blew up a lot of balloons) and the wonderful pupils and families who attended.

08/07/2026

On Monday, KTS proudly took to the pitch for a football match against KHS. Despite the final score, our pupils shone with outstanding sportsmanship, unwavering determination, and infectious enthusiasm. Their teamwork and spirit were a joy to watch and a credit to our school.

A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful pupils and staff at Kirkleatham Hall School, to everyone from KTS who came along to cheer and support, and to St Peter’s for generously providing the football pitch. It was a fantastic afternoon of sport, friendship, and community.

Our new kits looked amazing too!

07/07/2026

School Uniform information for parents/carers and new parents/carers

At KTS Academy, we recognise that many of our pupils have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, and that comfort and accessibility are essential to their wellbeing and learning.

Our Uniform Policy is written in line with the Children and Wellbeing in Schools Act 2026, which promotes inclusive and flexible uniform policies. Parents and carers may choose to purchase uniform with a KTS logo, but there is no requirement to do so and this can be done from a variety of outlets.

Should you require support with accessing a second hand uniform please contact the school office or class teacher.

For more details about our uniform options please visit our website.
https://www.kts-academy.org.uk/family-information/school-uniform/

Sarah

New page

02/07/2026

One of our motivated parents is running the Middlesbrough 10k to support KTS Friends. We are grateful for any support — big or small. Please help us cheer him on 👏🏻 🏃‍♂️💙

Iʼm raising money to Kilton Thorpe Friends Association (1017904). Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.