Curriculum Leader for Business Studies and Economics

DORMERS WELLS HIGH SCHOOL

MATHS and COMPUTING SPECIALIST SCHOOL

Dormers Wells Lane, Southall, Middlesex, UB1 3HZ

Tel: 020 8566 6446  Fax: 020 8813 2411

Headteacher:    R Walsh (Ms)   B.A.Hons. QTS MSc

We Have the Following Vacancy

Curriculum Leader for Business Studies and Economics

Salary: Inner London Pay Scale plus TLR 2b (£5,643)

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Are you an ambitious and high performing teacher or subject leader looking for an exciting new challenge as a Curriculum Leader? We have a great opportunity to develop the Business Studies and Economics department and transform student outcomes within our dynamic and diverse school.

The successful candidate will:

·     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

Dormers Wells High School is an 11-18 mixed, multi-cultural academy within the Dormers Wells Learning Trust. “The school rejoices in its diversity. Teachers design lessons which reflect the range of cultures within the school community.” (Ofsted 2021) We are an Investors in People school and professional development is at the heart of our work. We have high expectations for the achievement of all of our students at Dormers Wells High School and our character values of determination, wisdom, honesty and service underpin all that we do.

Our latest Ofsted report validates this sentiment with the school continuing to be judged as securely Good.

 Dormers Wells High School is a nurturing environment. Pupils are happy and feel safe.” “The school sets high standards for pupils’ behaviour. Pupils behave well in all areas of the school. They are polite and courteous.”

“Teachers are experts in their subjects.” (Ofsted 2021) 

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 with EV charging points

·     Cycle to Work Scheme

“Leaders support the well-being of staff… Staff in all areas of the school feel valued by leaders as well as by pupils and parents.” (Ofsted 2021) 

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

If you would like to arrange a visit to the school please contact Rachel Mahoney at rmahoney@dwhs.co.uk or on 020 8566 6446.

Closing date: Monday 18th November 2024 at 9.00am with interviews to be held 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'.