English Teacher * Maternity Cover (Dormston School)
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. We aim to inspire confident, motivated students who have a passion for learning and are fully equipped to contribute to society.
Our school was rated Good by Ofsted in June 2022 and was praised for Dormston’s “harmonious and cohesive community”. The school has a caring and positive culture that supports and encourages everyone. The vision “Knowledge is strength” threads seamlessly through all aspects of our school. We believe happy teachers create a happy school, so we nurture talent that inspires, motivates, and ignites young minds. All our teachers benefit from personalised professional development pathways as we aim to shape future school leaders.
The Role
English Teacher
Maternity Cover – Fixed Term Contract
Main to Upper Pay Range: £32,916.00 – £51,048.00
Location: Dormston School, Mill Bank, Dudley, West Midlands, DY3 1SN
If you are looking to join a strong, collegiate team that supports and challenges each other in a school that welcomes ideas to further support and engage our students, we would like to hear from you.
The department comprises 11 members of staff including a Head of English, a Second in Department / KS4 Co‑ordinator, a KS3 Co‑ordinator, a Lead Teacher, a Head of Literacy, a Head of Year and a Deputy Head of Year.
At GCSE students study AQA English Language and Eduqas English Literature. Encouraging students to develop a passion for reading is a high priority at Dormston, and is embedded throughout the curriculum.
We would welcome applications from ECTs and more experienced teachers.
It 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
Friday 5 December 2025
Interviews
TBA
Start date
February 2026 – Exact start date TBC.
Safeguarding & Legal Requirements
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. The post is subject to Enhanced DBS Clearance and qualification checks. The post is also 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. Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.
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Attached documents
English Teacher Job Description
English Teacher Person Specification
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