Teacher of German and French - Full-time/Part-time

Dover Grammar School for Boys, Dover

Ref:KCC886-5459-333T
Posted:14/03/2023
Pay:MPS / UPS
Start Date:September 2023
App Close Date:27/03/2023 at 09:00
Interviews:March 2023

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We are looking for an inspirational Teacher of German and French / Spanish who would relish the opportunity to ensure our academically able students are engaged and challenged in their learning.

The successful candidate will be suitably qualified, will have strong subject knowledge, a passion for the subject and will enjoy teaching their subject to a high level.

This position is either Full Time or Part Time (0.6 - 0.8 FTE).

For main responsibiliies and duties, please refer to the job descripion.

DGSB is on a very exciting journey. Having retained our "Good " OFSTED designation, without condition, in October 2019, we also have recently moved into our new school building. Our new accommodation provides us with exciting, spacious teaching spaces, increasing opportunities for students both inside and outside of the curriculum.

If you are passionate about working with young people, relish a challenge and feel you have the necessary skills for this post, please apply.

Applications should include a completed application form, either through Kent Teach or the one found on the DGSB website. If you have any questions, please contact the Headteacher's PA, Lizzie Reynolds, via email on lreynolds@dgsb.co.uk.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all staff to share in this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate child protection screening including an enhanced DBS check.

Non-contributory access to the Benenden Healthcare Scheme is offered.

Information about the school

Dover Grammar School for Boys is a selective school with approximately 900 students on roll, of whom about 180 are in the Sixth Form. Girls are also admitted to the Sixth Form.

Our recent Ofsted Inspection (January 2025) report states that 'pupils thrive at this ambitious, inclusive school. The school motto ‘Fiat Lux’ (Let There Be Light) informs all that the school does.' We moved into new accommodation in July 2022 and our new building provides us with modern, bright, spacious teaching rooms, and has increased opportunities for students both inside and outside of the taught curriculum.

However, our success both in school – we recorded fantastic Progress 8 score in both 2023 and 2024 greater than +0.50 - and within the local community means that we are already looking to expand our site and develop opportunities further.

DGSB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all staff to share in this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo appropriate child protection screening including an enhanced DBS check. An ‘online presence’ check may be carried out before any appointment is confirmed. All appointments are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references.

Non-contributory access to the Benenden Healthcare Scheme is offered to successful candidates.

Job Contact Information

Name:Lizzie Reynolds
Address:Astor Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT17 0DQ
Telephone: (01304) 206117
Email: lreynolds@dgsb.co.uk

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