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Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, the Junior Leadership Team, Art and with our partner schools in Africa, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check
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Casual Swimming Teacher required for Surrenden Pool
Job Ref: SU399
Closing Date: Midday on Monday 3
February 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Salary: £20.98 per hour
Starting Date: ASAP
Hours: Casual hours dependant on the pool schedule.
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, the Junior Leadership Team, and on-going links with our partner schools in Africa, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
The Surrenden Pool, which sits on the same campus as Dorothy Stringer School, is managed as a partnership between the school and Brighton & Hove City Council. The council maintain the infrastructure of the pool, and the school manage its day to day activities.
We seek to appoint a Swimming Teacher to join our team, specifically to cover the following shift:
Thursdays 9:15 – 10:35pm
Also to occasionally cover Wednesdays – 7:30 – 8:30am and any additional shifts that might arise.
The successful candidate will need a proven track of Swimming Teaching, as well as having a good understanding of swimming pool compliance and the associated Health & Safety rigour. They will have the ability to work in partnerships within and beyond the school, and the passion and drive to ensure the successful running of the pool.
For further details see the Person Specification and Job Description
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our Safer Recruitment Policy, we cannot accept C.V.s.
Please return your completed application to Katie Welsh/ Alex Mitchell, at [email protected] If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
Safeguarding Information – safeguarding – Dorothy Stringer School (dorothy-stringer.co.uk)
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.
* We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.
Cleaners required for Dorothy Stringer School (Term Time only, plus two additional weeks to be worked during school holiday periods)
Job ref: SU375
Hours: 15 hours per week – 3.15pm to 6.15pm, Monday to Friday
Applicants are also required to work an additional 2 weeks per year during the school holidays. These days will be flexible and at the discretion of the Management Team.
Required from: ASAP
Closing Date: Midday on Monday 3 February 2025*
Interview Date: To be advised
Salary: 15 hours per week, Term time only, scale 3 Point 7-8 (£24,294 – £24,702), pro rata salary (£8970-£9120)
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2018), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, the Junior Leadership Team, Art on-going links with our partner schools in Africa, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
Dorothy Stringer School requires a cleaner to join our friendly and efficient team. Working under the direction of the the Cleaning Manager to provide an efficient service of cleanliness, ensuring that all assigned areas are cleaned to the standard required within set procedures in order to ensure a clean and safe learning environment for our students.
For further details see the Person Specification and Job Description.
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our safer recruitment Policy we cannot accept C.V’s. See application form and associated paperwork attached.
Please return your completed application to [email protected]. If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.
Safeguarding Information – safeguarding – Dorothy Stringer School (dorothy-stringer.co.uk)
*We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.
DT (Food Technology) Technician required for Dorothy Stringer School – Part Time, Term Time Only
Job Reference SU402
Hours: 19.5 hours over 3 days (Monday, Tuesday and Friday)
6.5 per day 8.30am – 3.30pm (includes half an hour unpaid break)
Closing Date: Midday Monday 3 February 2025*
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Salary: Scale 4a (Points 9-10) – £26,409 – £26,835
Actual pro rated salary £12,058 – £12,252
Starting Date: ASAP
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, the Junior Leadership Team, Art on-going links with our partner schools in Africa, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
An enthusiastic Food Technology Technician is required to support teaching staff and students in Food Technology lessons. Preparing equipment and ingredients following the instructions of the Head of Department and/or classroom teacher. This role involves directly supporting students in their work. In addition, the post holder will be required to take on other related tasks as required.
For further details see the Person Specification and Job Description (attached).
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our safer recruitment Policy, we cannot accept C.V.s.
See application form and associated paperwork attached.
Please return your completed application to Katie Booth/Alex Mitchell at [email protected] If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.
*We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.
Safeguarding Information – safeguarding – Dorothy Stringer School (dorothy-stringer.co.uk)
Closing Date: Midday on 31 January 2025
Interview date: TBC
Salary: Teachers MPS/UPS
Starting Date: September 2025
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, the Junior Leadership Team, Art on-going links with our partner schools in Africa, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
An enthusiastic and well qualified teacher required to teach Drama to students of all abilities at this popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive school in the Preston Park area of Brighton. There is a preference for a teacher who is also able to teach KS3 English.
We would welcome applications from ECTs. The successful candidate would benefit from a high level of support, continuing professional development and become part of this welcoming, thriving and innovative Drama Department.
For further details see the Person Specification and Job Description (attached).
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our safer recruitment Policy, we cannot accept C.V.s. See application form and associated paperwork attached.
Please return your completed application to Alex Mitchell/Katie Welsh, at [email protected] If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
*We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Safeguarding Information –
safeguarding – Dorothy Stringer School (dorothy-stringer.co.uk)
Teacher of English – Full Time, Permanent
Job Reference DS185
Closing Date: Midday on Wednesday 29 January 2025*
Interview date: Tuesday 4 February 2025
Salary: Teachers MPS/UPS
Starting Date: September 2025
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, student voice, Art, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
An enthusiastic and well qualified teacher required to teach English to students of all abilities at this popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive school in the Preston Park area of Brighton. You would become a member of a successful and innovative English Department.
We would welcome applications from ECTs. The successful candidate would benefit from a high level of support and become part of this welcoming, thriving and innovative English Department.
For further details see the Person Specification and Job Description (attached).
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our safer recruitment Policy, we cannot accept C.V.s. See application form and associated paperwork attached.
Please return your completed application to Alex Mitchell/Katie Welsh, at [email protected] If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
*We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education
Safeguarding Information – safeguarding – Dorothy Stringer School (dorothy-stringer.co.uk)
Teacher of English – Temporary Maternity Cover – Full time/0.8
Closing Date: Midday Friday 31 January 2025*
Interview date: To be confirmed
Salary: Teachers MPS/UPS
Starting Date: May 2025
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, student voice, Art, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
An enthusiastic and well qualified teacher required to teach English to students of all abilities at this popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive school in the Preston Park area of Brighton. You would become a member of a successful and innovative English Department.
We would welcome applications from ECTs. The successful candidate would benefit from a high level of support and become part of this welcoming, thriving and innovative English Department.
For further details see the Person Specification and Job Description (attached).
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our safer recruitment Policy, we cannot accept C.V.s. See application form and associated paperwork attached.
Please return your completed application to Alex Mitchell/Katie Welsh, at [email protected] If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
*We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’..
Kitchen Porter required for Dorothy Stringer School – Part Time, Term Time only
Job Ref: SU404
Hours: Part Time, Term Time Only, 25 hours a week, 9:00am – 2:30pm (includes a 30-minute unpaid break)
Hours may be negotiable for the right candidate
Closing Date: Midday Monday 10 February 2025*
Interview Date: TBC
Salary: Scale 3, Point 7-8 £25,584 – £25,992 (Actual pro rated salary £14,976 – £15,214)
Starting Date: ASAP
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, the Junior Leadership Team, Art on-going links with our partner schools in Africa, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
An enthusiastic Kitchen Porter is required to join our busy Catering Team.
To assist the Cook/Catering Manager ensuring all washing up is kept clean and tidy, making sure that equipment is clean and available for use for the preparation and serving of food and snacks and undertaking cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas in accordance with agreed schedules/rotas of work.
To provide a friendly, efficient and hygienic service to all customers.
To be customer focussed at all times and to project a willing and helpful attitude to customers.
For further details, see the Person Specification and Job Description
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our safer recruitment Policy, we cannot accept C.V.s.
See application form and associated paperwork attached.
Please return your completed application to Katie Welsh/ Alex Mitchell at [email protected] If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.
Safeguarding Information – safeguarding – Dorothy Stringer School (dorothy-stringer.co.uk)
*We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.
Pastoral Manager Part Time (Non-Teaching)
Job Ref: SU405
Term Time only– 2 days per week (Thursday & Friday) – Plus 4 week’s pay to reflect ‘overtime/flexible working’ during term time – 8 hours & 40 minutes per day (includes 30 minute unpaid break)
Hours of work: Hours worked must include these core times – 8.20am – 4.40pm
Closing Date: Midday on Wednesday 29th January 2025 *
Interview Date: TBC
Salary: Scale 5, Point 13-17 (£28,163 – £30,060) Actual pro rated salary (£10,760 – £11,485)
Starting Date: ASAP
Our school is ‘Good’ (Ofsted 2023), being one of the most popular and successful 11-16 mixed comprehensive schools in the Preston Park area of Brighton, consistently over-subscribed.
Our curriculum is broad and balanced and offers many exciting opportunities for all students, both in school and out. There are tremendous extra-curricular opportunities at Dorothy Stringer through sport, performing arts, the Junior Leadership Team, and on-going links with our partner schools in Africa, the Duke of Edinburgh award, as well as a number of other trips. In short, we believe there is something for everyone at the school.
An opportunity has come to work on a part-time basis with our fantastic students as a Pastoral Manager. Working as a key member of the pastoral team, you will manage the behaviour of pupils and work effectively with other staff, families and carers to overcome behavioural obstacles to learning.
If you would like to work closely with young people and parents in the school context then this post would be for you. We are seeking someone who is experienced, well organised and self-confident, with good communication skills.
The successful candidate would benefit from a high level of support. For further details see the Person Specification and Job Description
HOW TO APPLY
Application is by application form with a supporting letter. Your application should take account of the Person Specification. In line with our Safer Recruitment Policy, we cannot accept C.V.s.
Please return your completed application to Katie Booth/Alex Mitchell, at [email protected] If you have a problem replying electronically please contact the school on 01273 852222.
Dorothy Stringer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and comply with the Department of Education Statutory Guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’.
Safeguarding Information – safeguarding – Dorothy Stringer School (dorothy-stringer.co.uk)
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Child Protection policy: Child Protection Policy 2024