Sixth Form Year Leader

Are you an ambitious and high performing teacher looking for an exciting new pastoral challenge as a Sixth Form Year Leader? We have a great opportunity to lead the September 2026 cohort and transform student outcomes within our dynamic and diverse school. “The school operates a highly inclusive post-16 provision that offers a broad range of A-level subjects, alongside level 3 applied courses… In lessons, students demonstrate an eagerness for academic enquiry and talk with confidence about their learning.” (Ofsted 2026)

Dormers Wells High School is an 11-18 mixed, multi-cultural academy within the Dormers Wells Learning Trust. “There is a thriving sense of community at this school… Leader’s place inclusion at the heart of their work. This ensures that pupils who may face barriers to learning flourish…The school raises aspirations for pupils and their families.” (Ofsted 2026).

At the heart of everything we do at Dormers Wells High School are our students. Our curriculum is student-centred and we aim for their education to be inspiring, stimulating and challenging. “Leaders have established a broad, ambitious and imaginative curriculum that is designed carefully to meet the needs of all pupils and prepare them well for their adult lives… All staff embrace the school’s aim to improve the life chances of every pupil, including those who may face barriers to learning.” (Ofsted 2026) We hold ambitious expectations for every student’s success, and our core values; determination, wisdom, honesty, and service, shape everything we do. “Leaders, trustees and governors share a common, ambitious vision for the school and its future.” (Ofsted 2026)

The successful candidate will:

·      Be an inspirational and enthusiastic teacher who promotes and supports the ethos and culture of the school community

·      Be able to develop, plan and deliver effective and high-quality lessons to all students.

·      Have excellent subject knowledge and be committed to ensuring all students reach their potential.

“Pupils love their learning and approach their studies with an admirable maturity. They believe they can achieve highly because staff reinforce this message consistently. Any potential barriers to learning are seen as opportunities to be embraced.” (Ofsted 2026)

What we can offer you:

·      Friendly and supportive environment

·      Vibrant mixed staff

·      Positive student staff relationships

·      Certified CPD course programmes with access to a wide variety of training and qualifications

·      An impressive wellbeing package, including access to physiotherapy services, flu vaccinations, nursing support, financial wellbeing coaching, menopause support services including counselling,

·      Access to 24/7 GP Service

·      Counselling services including CBT, emotional support and face to face sessions

·      Access to a personal healthcare cash plan

·      Virtual resources including nutritional advice, fitness programmes, online health assessment

·      Onsite parking

·      Cycle to Work Scheme

“Staff morale is high. They value how leaders ensure that staff workload is manageable and that their wellbeing is supported.” (Ofsted 2026)

Application form and further details are available from the school website.  Please email completed application forms to Rachel Mahoney at rmahoney@dwhs.co.uk.  Please note that CVs are not accepted.

Closing date:  Monday 11th May 2026 at 9.00am with interviews to be held on shortly thereafter.

The school is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The school follows safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the DBS.  Further information can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

'The school reserves the right to research shortlisted candidates on social media platforms and the internet, and the recruitment panel may take this information into consideration during the recruitment process'.