Teacher of Chemistry - Full-time

The Duke of York's Royal Military School, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-6918-120T
• Posted:10/04/2025
• Pay:MPS/ UPS + DOYRMS allowance of £6,686 per annum
• Start Date:September 2025
• App Close Date:08/05/2025 at 13:00
• Interviews:w/c 12 May 2025

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The Duke of York’s Royal Military School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Chemistry to join its highly effective and supportive Science Faculty.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching Chemistry across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, with a proven ability to deliver engaging, challenging, and aspirational lessons that inspire students and promote academic success. Strong subject knowledge, creativity in lesson planning, and the ability to assess and support student progress are essential.

In addition to classroom responsibilities, the role requires active participation in the unique boarding School environment. The successful candidate will serve as a tutor within a boarding house, supporting students’ academic, personal, and social development. This includes involvement in daily routines, evening supervision, weekend duties (up to 12 days per year), and organising or supporting co-curricular activities and events.

Further Information

This is a full time, permanent contract required from September 2025. 

For further information, please refer to the Candidate Pack and Job Description for this vacancy. 

Applications Process

Application Forms and Supporting Statements can be downloaded from the School website and completed application packs should be emailed to: Recruitment@doyrms.com by Friday 9 May 2025.

Interviews will take place at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School the week commencing 12 May 2025.

Please note that the School reserves the right to close the application deadline earlier than stated, so we encourage candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Information about the school

Established in 1803 by His Royal Highness Frederick, Duke of York, The Duke of York's Royal Military School has a rich history rooted in educating the children of military personnel. Originally located in Chelsea, the School relocated to its current site in Dover, Kent, in 1909.

Today, the School offers full, weekly, and flexi boarding options for over 500 students aged 11 to 18. Operating on an independent School model, it provides high-quality education, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and outstanding facilities.

The School enjoys academic success way above the national average with well over half of all of grades being A* – B, BTEC with an average of Distinction, and 85% achieving A – C grades. 95% of students move on to university, with 73% achieving their aspirational first choice and 40% moving to Oxbridge and Russell group universities. Ranked in the top 5% of Schools nationally, students make outstanding progress at GCSE, achieving over two-thirds of a grade higher than the national average. The progress students make during their time at the School is a significant strength. Factors contributing to high academic standards include supervised prep, Saturday morning lessons, small class sizes, and proactive encouragement for each student to achieve their best. The School operates on an independent model, with a dynamic schedule that includes Saturday morning classes and afternoon activities such as sports and performances.

The School's aim is to provide an all-round education with an academic focus, encapsulated in the Dukies; motto: "Looking forward with confidence, looking back with pride." An extensive co-curricular programme with over 60 clubs and societies offers a wide range of opportunities, exposing students to new experiences and setting them apart as they embark on their next life stages, well-equipped with essential skills for success.

The Duke of York's Royal Military School continues to honour its rich heritage while embracing innovation, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Phoebe Abbott
• Address:The Duke Of York's, Royal Military School, Guston, Dover, Kent, CT15 5EQ
• Telephone: 01304 245023
• Email: recruitment@doyrms.com

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• Job Description