Overview
The King\'s School, Canterbury is advertising for a Project Lead for East Kent Schools Together (EKST).
Location: The King\'s School, Canterbury
Date posted: 30/01/2026
Salary: £30,000 pro rata per annum (£17,538.46 for hours and weeks worked)
Contractual hours: 30
Basis: Part Time
Job category/type: Administration
Date posted: 30/01/2026
Job reference: VAC00630
Hours: 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.
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. 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
* Securing funding through bids and grants
Requirements / profile:
* Highly organised self-starter with a background in education and/or project management
* Strong communication skills
* Passion for partnership working
Application closing date: 13 February 2026
The King\'s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process in line with 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.
Project Lead - East Kent Schools Together (EKST)
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