Teacher of English

Location: Derbyshire
Closing date: 07 May 2025

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY USING THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL WEBSITE, PLEASE SEE DETAILS BELOW.

Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is a successful, oversubscribed school with 1886 students on roll including 361 in the 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 a well-qualified, committed and enthusiastic specialist, to join a dedicated and well-motivated team. 

Applications are sought from candidates who:

  • are excellent and innovative classroom practitioners able to teach through KS3 to KS5
  • demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement and raising of achievement and progress of all students
  • are excited about the potential of working in a school where pedagogy and Professional Learning are highly valued
  • have the vision, imagination and commitment to add to the strengths of the Faculty, to meet the highest standards and to be a role model for our students. 

DHFS is a school that stands out. Our aim is for “Success with Care” and we achieve that as a result of our philosophy of “Commitment Not Compliance”. We are a learning community dedicated to providing an exceptional education for our students as a result of the exceptional skill and dedication of our staff. At DHFS “every person matters”. Our international work is highly valued and recognised with the International School Award. 

Application packs are available from Stephanie Dunne (sdunne@dhfs.uk) at the above address or from the school website. Please apply with a covering letter directly to the school, for the attention of the Headteacher.