About Us Everyone at Dormston has a pivotal role to play in creating a vibrant and dynamic school. We have high aspirations for pupils and staff alike and believe that if you try hard; the sky is the limit. Our school was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2022 who commented on Dormston’s “harmonious and cohesive community”. Our school had a caring and positive culture that ensures everyone is supported and encouraged. Our school vision ‘Knowledge is strength’ threads seamlessly through all aspects of our school. Our school culture is caring and positive and ensures that everyone is supported and encouraged. We are very aware that happy teachers make a happy school and therefore we nurture talent that inspires, motivates and ignites young minds. All of our teachers benefit from personalised professional development pathways as we aim to shape school leaders of the future. The Role SCIENCE TEACHER Main – Upper Pay Range £30,000 – £46,525 Location: Dormston School, Mill Bank, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 1SN This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, passionate Teacher of Science to join a forward-thinking and innovative department. Applications from early career teachers and experienced staff are welcome. The successful candidate will teach classes across KS3 and KS4 and be able to work closely with other teachers and the Head of Department. It really is worth seeing Dormston at its best during the working day and visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact Mrs Otton, Head Teacher’s PA if you would like to arrange a visit or for an informal discussion on 01384 816395. Closing date: Monday 6 th May 2024 – midnight Start Date: September 2024 Dormston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that this post is subject to Enhanced DBS Clearance and qualification checks. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents PERSON SPECIFICATION.docx JOB DESCRIPTION.docx