Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is a successful, oversubscribed, high attaining Technology College with 1784 students on roll including 313 in Sixth Form. It is situated close to the centres of Sheffield and Chesterfield on the edge of the Peak District National Park. The Governors are seeking to appoint well qualified, committed and enthusiastic teacher to the above post within our high achieving faculty (results KS4: 3+ levels of progress: Biology 94%, Chemistry 86%, Physics 92%, Additional Science 69%, BTEC Science 100%. A*-C: Biology 96%, Chemistry 98%, Physics 96%, Additional Science 82%, BTEC Science 100%).

We are seeking to appoint a person who:

Is an excellent and innovative classroom practitioner
Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement and the raising of achievement
Is excited about the potential of new technologies to transform students’ learning experiences
Has the vision, imagination and commitment to add to the strengths of the Faculty, to meet the highest standards and be a role model for our students

We were identified as an Ofsted Good Practice School for school improvement (September 2012) and our CPD has been judged to be outstanding (CPD Mark 2012). All staff may enjoy the benefits of our Associate Leadership Programme.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, candidates will be required to undertake a Criminal Record Check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Application packs are available from Claire Burgin (cburgin@dronfield.derbyshire.sch.uk) at the above address or from the school website. Please apply directly to the school, for the attention of the Headteacher.

Closing Date for above post: Midnight 19th April 2015
Interviews to be held week beginning: 20th April 2015