Are you someone who is passionate about promoting the value of Music to students? Are you able to inspire students to a love of your subject whilst also maintaining the highest expectations for academic achievement?
We are supporting a coeducational academy in the heart of the Chilterns. They have nearly 1100 student ranging from 11-18. The schools' values for both students and staff are learning, kindness and excellence; these permeate in everything they do but start with you.
They are seeking an expert Teacher of Art & Design, an individual who can build on the excellent work of the current postholder. As the Teacher of Art & Design, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team to inspire and motivate young people to discover and pursue their own passion for the subject. If you are up for the challenge and have the skills and experience required to excel in this role, we would love to have you join our team.
Art and Design Technology are central to their curriculum and the successful candidate will be joining a well-led and well-resourced curriculum area. You will need to be able to teach Art and Photography to GCSE and ideally both to A-level. We are looking for a teacher with excellent communication skills and a passion for promoting the value of Art. You will be committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that enables students to thrive and achieve their full potential, both academically and creatively. Our other activities include KS3 Art clubs and additional GCSE after school opportunities for students to develop subject specific skills and techniques both of which are well attended and play an important role in shaping the culture of the school.
Each teacher has their own designated classroom, complete with desktop PC and visualiser. Through their collaboration with Design Technology, there is also access to a shared computer suite and laser cutter along with dye sublimation resources. The curriculum area is also supported by three experienced technicians.
They can offer you:
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Students who are a pleasure to work with
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An experienced, friendly, and collaborative team of staff
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The unwavering support of teachers and leaders in ensuring the highest possible standards of student behaviour.
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A highly visible leadership team who will help to guide your development and ensure that you are fully supported in every aspect of your work.
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An academy that puts wellbeing at the top of our priorities, with:
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A centralised and collaboratively planned curriculum
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A strong culture of communication with no emails in the evenings, at weekends or during school holidays
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A flexible PPA that you can take at home every fortnight
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A two-week October half term
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Online Parents' Evenings that you can join from home
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Free access to our own fully-fitted gym (subject to opening hours)
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Cycle to Work Scheme
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Free on-site parking
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Career Development Bursary Scheme.
This role is a part time permanent contract vacancy. If this is a role which you would like to be considered for, please apply immediate for consideration and we will be in touch to discuss the interview process.