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01/10/26

We had a bumper night at KS4 Cooking Skills Club and, continuing with our popular TikTok recipe theme, students took on the challenge of making pan-fried hash browns completely from scratch. A hugely successful session with some seriously impressive results!

29/09/26

We are delighted to introduce you to our Senior Prefects for this academic year.  Recognisable by the red trim on their blazers, these young leaders play an important role in supporting our school community.

29/09/26

Our Y9 pupils have been developing their observational drawing skills by exploring mark making with ink to capture the intricate details and textures of shells. The results were fantastic, with excellent examples demonstrating creativity, precision and attention to detail.

28/09/26

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24/09/26

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24/09/26

Life Skills Cooking Club: This week we tackled TikTok marshmallow ice cream cones! Sticky, messy and trickier than expected, but creativity and perseverance won the day!

23/09/26

The NHS Trust Emotional Wellbeing/Support Team are hosting a series of workshops throughout Terms 1 and 2.  Here is the first.  If you would like to register, you can do so here:  events.teams.microsoft.com/e…

23/09/26

Attached is information about an excellent support resource available for parents.  This online service is designed to support parents whose children may be experiencing low-level anxiety.

22/09/26

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21/09/26

Our Y11 after-school intervention programme launched this week, with an impressive 66% of students attending extra GCSE support sessions. Interventions run after school Tuesday to Friday and pupils should check the in school timetable for more information.

21/09/26

We're collecting donations for the Salvation Army Food Bank to support local families in need.  Donations can be given to your Tutor, Head of Year or Mr Allen.  Every donation, no matter how small, will make a real difference. Thank you for your support and generosity.

21/09/26

A fantastic start to our enrichment programme, with pupils already getting involved! It's been great to see so many pursuing their interests and new skills. Check out the Term 1 Clubs on the accompanying poster. For more information, contact Mr Allen at dallen.kent.sch.uk.

21/09/26

Thinking about an Army career? 💂 Join a free online Army careers session on Tuesday 22 September, 6pm to 7pm, where Army experts will explain the Assessment Centre process, what to expect, and how to prepare. 👉 Register here:  jobs.army.mod.uk/meet-your-a…

18/09/26

KS4 Life Skills Cooking Club took on another viral TikTok recipe this week: Mama’s Crispy Chicken Wings with hot honey drizzle! They practised butchery, marinating and oven-baking techniques, discovering the secret to extra crispy wings: baking powder. Next week, something sweet!

17/09/26

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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.

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04/09/26

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Examinations Manager - Term Time Only + 10 days

Type of Position:Examinations Manager
Subject:Administration
Salary:BCAT 8 - £26,598-£30,333 pro rated to £23,778-£27,117
Start Date:asap
Closing Date: Monday 17 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

Governors wish to appoint an experienced Examinations Manager with a good knowledge of exam board procedures and protocols.  Candidates must be computer literate, well organised and a good communicator in order to use and disseminate professional and technical information pertinent to each exam board.  NVQ3 or higher qualifications, together with GCSE Maths/English are required and you should be confident in the use of Excel with experience in the use of exam board ICT software and a working knowledge of BROMCOM is desirable.

Hours 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 plus an additional 5 days in August when the GCSE and A Level results are published.  

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 17 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.