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The Bewdley School is a comprehensive 11 to 18 school serving the town of Bewdley and its surroundings. The majority of students come from affluent backgrounds with a lower than national average number attracting Pupil Premium. Despite this, the intake is truly comprehensive and the school caters for all abilities and aptitudes. Student behaviour is good and teachers are able to deliver lessons in a calm and supportive environment.

From a professional development perspective, the school has a growing culture of inquiry-based research and professional learning. Monitoring is low key and approached collaboratively, with an emphasis on developing the professional independence and capability of teachers, as a highly skilled self-supporting professional learning community. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum at Key Stage 3 with a healthy emphasis on creative subjects and a full range of GCSE and Advanced Level subjects.

If you would like to teach to the full spectrum of demand, from those with specific learning difficulties to unconventional thinkers and future Russell Group students, Bewdley will not disappoint. The school offers an idyllic rural setting well-maintained high quality facilities and enthusiastic and supportive colleagues. The leadership culture is open and collegiate with many opportunities to develop your leadership skills. You can find out more from the rest of this site, and if you are interested in a particular post you are most welcome to visit.

Current Vacancies:

Teacher of PE

1 year fixed term contract

Required for September 2025 for one year in the first instance. The Bewdley School is seeking an exceptional teacher of physical education to consolidate our curriculum offer. Whilst this is a one year appointment in the first instance, it may become available as a permanent role, depending upon other appointments within the department. This opportunity is suitable for a new entrant to the profession or an experienced teacher. We currently offer PE at GCSE, BTEC and A level, and a wide range of extra-curricular activities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively alongside a dedicated specialist team and the school will offer outstanding support and guidance.

The Bewdley School, serving the Georgian town of Bewdley and on the banks of the River Severn, is a fully inclusive and comprehensive school. Our large site is open and in the midst of countryside, with almost limitless opportunities for outdoor activity. Students are hungry to learn, reflected through their engagement with a broad and diverse range of opportunities. Whilst outcomes are obviously important, it is the richness and quality of learning experiences that are at the heart of the school’s ethos and culture.

If you would like to work with skilled colleagues in a supportive environment, where you are free to communicate your passion for your subject, please visit us.

We seek a colleague who has:
• Exceptional energy and enthusiasm
• A real depth of understanding of, and love for, their subject
• A sophisticated grasp of how children learn
• The optimism to imagine a better future

In return we offer:
• Students who are genuinely curious
• A welcoming, friendly and supportive culture
• Opportunities for personal development
• A commitment to rational and balanced leadership

Closing date for applications: open until filled

Exams Invigilator

By negotiation and agreement during exam seasons/internal exams throughout the academic year. AM sessions start at 9.00am, PM sessions start at 1.30pm, staff will need to be available at least 45 minutes prior to the exam start times.

The main exam season for 2025 is between 8th May and the 25th June.

General requirements

• Experience of invigilation is not required as training in the role and duties of an invigilator will be provided
• Invigilators are required to declare if they have invigilated previously and whether they have any current maladministration/malpractice sanctions applied to them
• Invigilators are required to confirm their availability in advance of main exam periods
• Invigilators must confirm the confidentiality and security requirements surrounding the invigilation process are known, understood and will be followed at all times

An Ideal candidate will:
• be reliable, flexible and readily available during main exam periods
• have effective communication skills and good interpersonal skills
• work well as part of a team
• be confident and a reassuring presence to candidates in exam rooms
• be able to give instructions and manage situations involving different groups of people
• have basic IT skills (familiar with use of email, mobile phone messaging etc.)

Main Duties:
1. To conduct examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ), awarding body and The Bewdley School regulations and instructions
2. To have a key role in upholding the integrity and security of the examination/assessment process

During exams
• Supervise and observe candidates at all times and be vigilant throughout exams
• Keep disruption in exam rooms to a minimum
• Deal with emergencies or irregularities effectively
• Record/report any incidents, disruption or irregularities
• Complete attendance registers
• Deal with Candidate questions according to the regulations

After exams
• Instruct candidates in finishing their exams and collect exam scripts and exam materials
• Dismiss candidates from the exam room
• Check candidates’ names on scripts, match the details on the attendance register
• Securely return all exam scripts and exam materials to the exam officer

Other tasks
• Undertake training, update and review sessions as required
• (prior to invigilating any exam in a new academic year) Undertake relevant online invigilator training and assessment for that academic year
• Undertake, where required and where able, other duties requested by the exams officer, for example:

o centre supervision of exam timetable clash candidates between exam sessions
o facilitating access arrangements for candidates, for example as a reader, scribe etc.
(full training will be provided)
o other exams- related administrative tasks including maintaining question paper
security by supporting the ‘second pair of eyes check’

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS, where appropriate.

Closing date for applications: Friday 28th March 2025
Please see Application Form at the bottom of the page

Application Forms:

Teaching Application Forms:
PDF Version
Word Version
Non-Teaching Application Forms:
PDF Version
Word Version

Please send all completed application forms to Mrs L Oliver, LOL@bewdley.worcs.sch.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and the successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

For further information and an application form please contact the school office via our Contact Us page. CVs will not be accepted and previous applicants need not apply.