Teacher of Chemistry - Full-time

Dover Grammar School for Boys, Dover

Ref:KCC886-5459-250T
Posted:26/09/2019
Pay:MPS/UPS
Start Date:January 2020
App Close Date:11/10/2019 at 09:00
Interviews:14/10/19

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Full-Time Teacher of Chemistry

Required for January 2020

(MPS/UPS)

We are looking for an inspirational teacher who would relish the opportunity to stretch and challenge our academically able students. It is essential that the successful candidate has the ability to teach Chemistry to A-Level and the potential to be an outstanding practitioner. The ability to teach Biology to Key Stage 5 would also be an advantage. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and NQTs and provide a comprehensive induction and CPD programme for teachers at all stages of their career.

You will be joining DGSB at a very exciting time. We have a new Headteacher, who joined us in September 2018 and who is focused on developing all aspects of the school and on accentuating everything that makes it such an enjoyable and rewarding place to learn and teach. We are at an advanced stage of planning for our whole school new build, with construction due to begin in February 2020. We are also working tirelessly to build on our 2016 OFSTED 'Good' grading by developing innovative approaches to the curriculum and wider learning.

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.

If you are passionate about working with young people, relish a challenge and feel you have the necessary skills for this post, please contact Vicky Reene, Headteacher's PA on 01304 216810, or alternatively email: vreene@dgsb.co.uk

Applications should include a completed application form and supporting letter.

The closing date for applications is:

Friday 11^th October 2019 at 9am.

Interviews to take place week commencing Monday 14^th October.

Dover Grammar School for Boys is an Equal Opportunities Employer and offers a free Benenden healthcare package to all staff.

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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