Performing Arts Teacher - Full Time (Long Term)
Location: Mainstream Secondary School, Wigan
Start Date: January 2024, Full-time
Are you an enthusiastic and passionate Performing Arts teacher with a flair for inspiring creativity in young people? Cover People are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded secondary school in Wigan that is seeking a skilled and motivated teacher to join their Performing Arts department. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to shape and develop students' talents in a vibrant, forward-thinking school setting.
Position Overview:
This is a full-time, long-term position starting in January 2024, with the possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate. The successful applicant will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, delivering lessons in Music, Drama, or a general Performing Arts curriculum, depending on your area of specialism. As part of a supportive and collaborative department, you will have the opportunity to engage students with varied backgrounds and skill levels, fostering their creativity, performance skills, and confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach engaging and inspiring Performing Arts classes, including Music, Drama, or a broad Performing Arts curriculum.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring students develop practical and theoretical skills in performing arts.
- Support and mentor students at different ability levels, encouraging their enthusiasm for performance and appreciation of the arts.
- Collaborate with other department members to build and enhance the performing arts program, contributing fresh ideas to extracurricular activities, performances, and showcases.
- Evaluate and assess students' work, providing constructive feedback and tracking progress in line with school and curriculum standards.
- Participate actively in school events, performances, and extra-curricular clubs, helping to cultivate a thriving arts culture within the school.
About the School:
The school is a mainstream secondary with a strong commitment to academic and creative excellence. Known for its supportive community and positive learning environment, it fosters respect, inclusion, and mutual support among staff and students alike. The Performing Arts department is well-resourced and has access to modern facilities, including a performance hall, music rooms, and studio spaces.
Essential Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching qualification.
- Degree in Performing Arts, Music or Drama
- Teaching experience in a secondary school setting is desirable, with a strong understanding of the national curriculum for Performing Arts.
- Passion for the arts, creativity, and ability to engage students across a range of abilities and backgrounds.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with students, staff, and parents.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Experience running extracurricular activities, such as school plays, music ensembles, or arts clubs.
- A record of achieving positive learning outcomes and inspiring students in the performing arts.
- Knowledge of contemporary teaching methods in arts education and a proactive approach to continuous professional development.
What We Offer:
- Supportive working environment in a well-regarded school with a focus on holistic student development.
- Professional development opportunities to support career growth, with regular training sessions and mentorship from senior staff.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, with potential opportunities for additional responsibilities within the department.
If you would like to discuss this role further you can contact Amelia at Cover People UK or apply with your most up to date CV. Cover People UK. All candidates will be subject to register with the agency and will need to have a full enhanced DBS along with other regulation checks.