Head of Art

Teaching Vacancies; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in England is seeking a dedicated teacher committed to delivering outstanding progress for students in a supportive environment. The role requires teaching to high standards, a strong emphasis on Catholic values, and a commitment to professional development. Ideal candidates must be passionate about diversity and adept at fostering an inclusive educational atmosphere.

Benefits

Personalised professional development programme

Fast track promotion opportunities

Supportive colleagues and leaders

Qualifications

• Teach to GCSE Grade 9 and A Level A* standard.
• Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to Catholic education.
• Supportive of a comprehensive extra-curricular programme.

Responsibilities

• Ensure students make outstanding progress across all key stages.
• Challenge yourself to become a better practitioner.
• Thrive on working in teams but also be able to work independently.

Skills

Teaching to GCSE Grade 9

Teamwork

Diversity and inclusion advocacy

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• teach to GCSE Grade 9 and A Level A* standard
• ensure your students make outstanding progress across all key stages
• commit to our supportive but challenging ethos and culture
• thrive on working in teams but be able to work independently
• constantly challenge yourself to become a better practitioner
• be committed to our comprehensive extra-curricular programme
• be passionate about diversity and inclusion
• demonstrate an unwavering commitment to Catholic education and the ethos of the school.

What the school offers its staff

• a school where students are keen to learn and GCSE outcomes are consistently strong
• a school where GCSE outcomes are consistently strong. This summer our students achieved outstanding results, achieving a Progress 8 score of +.97 (4 Matrix analysis) and an Attainment 8 score of 55.08
• an incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders
• a personalised professional development programme delivered through twilight sessions and dedicated training days
• fast track promotion opportunities
• the chance to perform on a wider stage through our proud membership of the LSU group of schools, the Gaudete Trust and the Archdiocese of Southwark.
• the opportunity to join a very high achieving department in our vibrant Catholic school.
• a department which has strong track record at supporting and developing teachers and providing career progression opportunities.
• a school where Art enjoys a high profile and is very well supported by a committed Senior Leadership team

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.