At Durlston our purpose is to provide a first class education for every child. We develop happy, confident and successful children who flourish in an inspiring and nurturing environment. To achieve this we have a committed and dedicated staff team. Please see below for any current vacancies.
Teaching Assistant - KS3/4
Durlston is expanding to incorporate GCSE’s into our curriculum with our first Year 11 GCSE examinations taking place in the summer of 2026.
We are looking for an outstanding Learning Mentor (Teaching Assistant) who will be responsible for supporting a specific subject stream in the curriculum including English, Maths and Science. We are ideally looking for candidates to work between 30 and 40 hours per week, term time only. We are looking for candidates who can strike the right balance of supporting each pupil, either on a one-to-one basis, small groups or alongside the class teacher along with having a strong emphasis on pastoral care to support our growing young adults. Although some aspects of this role will be to help children with identified needs, we envisage this role to be so much more, supporting all children and abilities.
Applications closing on 2nd July @ 8am.
Interviews, week commencing 7th July.
Start date on 2nd September 2025
Science Technician (KS4 GCSE Science) part time
Durlston is expanding our provision within the science department.
We are looking for a friendly, motivated person to join our science department as a Science Technician. Durlston is currently expanding to teach GCSE and our first Year 11 cohort commences in September 2025.
The role is 2.5 hours per day, five days per week and offers the chance to be part of a hugely committed and enthusiastic staff team and you will contribute to a very successful science department.
Applications closing on 30th June 2025 @ 8am.
Interviews, week commencing 30th June 2025.
Start Date: 2nd September 2025
Teaching Assistant - KS2
Durlston is expanding our provision within the Middle School.
We are looking for an outstanding Learning Mentor (Teaching Assistant) who will be responsible for supporting a KS2 class across the curriculum. We are ideally looking for a full time candidate to work 40 hours per week, term time only. We are looking for candidates who can strike the right balance of supporting each pupil, either on a one-to-one basis, small groups or alongside the class teacher along with having a strong emphasis on pastoral care to support our growing young adults. Although some aspects of this role will be to help children with identified needs (particularly ADHD), we envisage this role to be so much more, supporting all children and abilities.
Applications closing on 23rd June 2025 @ 8am.
Interviews, week commencing 30th June 2025.
Start Date: 2nd September 2025
You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the post at any time once we have received sufficient applications.
Applications closing on 23rd June @ 8am.
Interviews, week commencing 30th June.
You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the post at any time once we have received sufficient applications.
Durlston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate for the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).