Faculty Leader for Creative TechnologiesEDV/2025/CNSAOA/89062

We are looking for a Faculty Leader to join our dynamic Creative Technologies faculty. The successful candidate should have a passion for the creative and technological subjects and be innovative in the classroom as well as ambitious for their team. A specialism in Product Design is desirable.

This role is suitable for a committed and conscientious leader looking to take their next steps in leadership in a large school which places a high value on professional development and driving excellence in all through teaching and learning.

Creative Technology is a large faculty with 14 members. We have a wide spread of experiences across the faculty, with everyone bringing something unique to the team. CNS values the creative subjects and we currently offer six KS4 courses (Art, Computer Science, Food and Nutrition, Graphics, Hospitality & Catering, and Product Design). At 6th form, we offer Art, Computer Science, Food and Nutrition, Photography, and Product Design. Each year CNS sees students taking part in the Arts mark and Arkwright scholarship schemes as well as hosting summer galleries to exhibit work. CNS has excellent relationships with Norwich University of the Arts and the Sainsbury Centre and UEA. The extensive co-curricular offer in CT is something we expect all members of the faculty to get involved with.

The City of Norwich School - An Ormiston Academy

At the very heart of our ethos is being a truly comprehensive school that supports the care and development of the whole individual, in a happy and diverse community that instils pride in all its members.

City of Norwich School - An Ormiston Academy, known locally as CNS, is a popular and well-respected secondary school and sixth form that was established in 1910 and that has been a key part of the educational landscape of Norwich ever since. CNS is a vibrant, forward-thinking Academy, rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED with high expectations for all its staff and students.

We offer a broad and well-designed curriculum; specialist teachers have excellent subject knowledge and students with additional needs receive strong support. The KS5 curriculum ensures students learn what they need to be successful in their next stage and develop deep knowledge about their subjects beyond the remit of the formal examinations.

In our OFSTED report, staff praised the collaborative culture of the school and students are proud to be a part of the CNS community. We were the EDP Secondary School of the Year 2023 and runners up for best higher education. In the 2024 Time Parent power tables, we were the highest ranked Norfolk secondary school.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

We are looking for individuals who:

• have high standards in all that they do
• have a real passion for learning and passion for the subject
• are willing to try out new ideas and are ambitious for both themselves and the students

For further information about the role, see the job description.

Staff wellbeing and development at CNS

CNS aims to enable every student to maximise their potential and prepare them for their future through the provision of high-quality education. We do this through investing in CNS staff, and we place great emphasis on staff wellbeing, community and career development, with high quality training and excellent progression opportunities.

CNS has high aspirations for all its staff and students and provides excellent support, both professionally and personally, including:

• a culture of listening and staff wellbeing committee
• an induction programme to ensure you are equipped to fulfil the role
• opportunities to gain further qualifications through the apprenticeship framework
• a review and development process
• strong continued professional development to enhance subject knowledge
• cycle to work scheme
• Vivup employee benefits
• free on-site parking
• admission policy for children of staff

If you inspire young people and want to develop your career in a thriving and ambitious school like CNS, we would love to hear from you.

Please complete an application form by the closing date of 10th February 2025; we may interview and appoint earlier and therefore suggest candidates submit their application as soon as possible.

If you require any further information regarding this post please contact the HR team via email at: hr@cns-school.org

The City of Norwich School - An Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974