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Geography Head of Department - Full-time

Dover Grammar School for Boys, Dover

  • Ref:KCC886-5459-147T
  • Posted:21/04/2017
  • Pay:MPS / UPS + TLR2
  • Start Date:Sep 2017
  • App Close Date:02/05/2017 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Friday 5 May

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We are looking for an inspirational teacher to lead our Geography Department and stretch and challenge our academically able students. It is essential that the successful candidate has the ability to teach to A-Level.

This is an exciting time to join DGSB. Last year we received a very positive inspection report from Ofsted followed by achieving our highest ever GCSE results in the summer. This year, we are embarking on the first stage of a major re-development project as part of the Priority Schools Building Programme which will enable us to design a brand new learning environment with facilities that provide an exceptional education for our students.

 Application packs are available from the school website or on request by contacting Sophie Tourki, Headteacher’s PA on 01304-216810, or alternatively email stourki@dovergramboys.kent.sch.uk. Applications should include a completed application form and supporting letter.

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.

Dover Grammar School for Boys is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

The closing date for applications is:

Tuesday 2 May (12 noon)

Information about the school

Dover Grammar School for Boys is a selective school with a school roll of 800 students. Approximately 200 of these are in the Sixth Form. Girls are admitted to the Sixth Form.

DGSB is on a very exciting journey. Having retained our "Good " OFSTED designation, without condition, in October 2019, we are working hard on every aspect of what we do as we want to become even better. We moved into a £26m new school building in July 2022 and our new accommodation 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 a fantastic Progress 8 score in 2023 of +0.57 - 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

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.