Performing Arts Teacher

Melbury; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in special education is seeking a dedicated Performing Arts teacher to inspire and nurture students with autism. This part-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable young people through a trauma-informed approach. With a supportive team and a commitment to professional development, you will have the opportunity to foster a positive school culture while delivering engaging lessons in Drama and Music. If you are passionate about unlocking potential and creating a nurturing environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

On-site parking

Secure cycle storage

On-site gym

Comprehensive induction programme

Extensive staff wellbeing programme

Weekly CPD

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to raising standards in Performing Arts education.
• Experience working with vulnerable young people in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Performing Arts lessons to Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils.
• Create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for students.

Skills

Performing Arts

Drama

Music

Restorative Practices

Behaviour Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Whatley Campus, Melbury College is a new SEN school and we are proud to support students with autism. We opened in September 2022 and judged as GOOD by Ofsted less than two years after opening.

We are looking to recruit a nurturing and driven Performing Arts teacher who has a strong commitment to raising standards and who can promote a positive school culture. This is a part-time position, equivalent to 2.5 days per week. The successful candidate will ideally have experience in delivering Performing Arts, including Drama and Music to Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 pupils. If you are passionate about unlocking the potential for young people, we would love to hear from you!

This post offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed teacher to work within a dedicated and successful team and positively impact on the lives of some of the most vulnerable young people in Merton through our trauma-informed approach.

Personal attributes

- Have a passion for working with young people and their families
- Have a genuine desire to improve the lives of some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable young people in London
- Want to work with like-minded colleagues who put children at the centre of everything they do
- Consider yourself to be patient, compassionate, determined, kind, rigorous and hard-working
- Believe that education is about facilitating academic progress, personal development and life skills in a nurturing, structured environment
- Actively seek out ways to improve your practice
- Want to learn from children, as well as enable them to learn from you

In return, we can offer you:

- A wonderfully supportive family of teaching, support, therapy and admin staff
- No more than 10 students in a class
- Young people who want to be in school and enjoy their time with us
- Supportive parents
- A huge building, redesigned and fully renovated to our specific requirements
- Bespoke SEN facilities and resources
- On-site parking and secure cycle storage
- On-site gym (after school hours)
- A comprehensive induction programme for all new staff
- An extensive staff wellbeing programme
- A train station 5 minutes’ walk away (Wimbledon Chase)
- Weekly CPD
- Career progression within Whatley as we continue to grow, and across Melbury College

Candidates should have:
- An excellent teaching record
- Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent qualification
- Experience of the use of restorative practices and effective behaviour management skills as well as good rapport with challenging pupils.
- Ability to monitor and review through self-evaluation, report writing and a clear system of record keeping
- Ability to teach flexibly, innovatively and responsively in a challenging environment
- Evidence of ability to successfully manage and support pupils with SEMH
- The ability to plan and deliver outstanding teaching and learning for both individuals and small groups with high quality outcomes for all pupils
- Dedication to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment

Salary & Benefits

Location

Whatley Campus
Whatley Avenue
Raynes Park
London
SW20 9NS

If you are interested in learning more, we welcome visits and telephone calls from prospective candidates. Please contact our HR Officer, Osita Afam, [e-mail] call us on 0203 011 4551 for more information.

Equal opportunities

Melbury College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS, reference checks and online checks. We reserve the right to close the position early for the right candidate.