Year Leader

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Year Leader to join our thriving school. This is an excellent opportunity for an inspiring educator to make a meaningful impact within a motivated team and to deliver high‑quality, pastoral support to our students. If you are passionate and eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive department, we would be delighted to hear from you. 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 becau