Lead Teacher of Art

Lead Teacher of Art

The Roundhill Academy

Permanent

Contracted Hrs: 100%

Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR 2a

Start Date: Tuesday 29th August 2023

Do you have experience leading a department or wish to take the next step in your career?

Are you an inspirational teacher with the ability to create a nurturing learning environment?

Are you looking to work for an organisation who is committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance?

If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

An opportunity has arisen for a Lead Teacher of Art to join The Roundhill Academy from 29th August 2023 on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding, committed and motivated qualified teacher to join our Art department and deliver a curriculum that is exciting, innovative and inspiring.

The ideal candidate will have a confident understanding of the Art curriculum and current trends in teaching within this area. They will have the ability to inspire and challenge students through their passion and knowledge to enable them to reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will be someone who identifies with our mission and values as well as being someone who will be dedicated to working in partnership with other schools and colleagues across the wider Trust. The successful candidate will be joining a well-established and friendly team who work collaboratively to ensure quality teaching.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS status

• Possess excellent subject knowledge with the ability to articulate their expertise within their teaching

• Possess the ability to teach high quality lessons and consistently provide learning opportunities that progresses students’ learning and achievements

• Be an excellent communicator and able to build positive working relationships with pupils, parents/carers and stakeholders

• Be a team player – whilst it is important as a secondary teacher to work independently, there are regular points of the working day and week where working alongside support staff and other teaching colleagues is vital, therefore working as part of a team that is supportive and effective is paramount to the role

In return we offer:

• Opportunity to work within a supportive team

• Access to the Bradgate Learning Alliance to share best practice, learn and network with other colleagues

• Opportunities for career development with access to professional development, apprenticeships and training schemes

• Access to the generous Teachers Pension Scheme

• Employee Support Service (counselling) for employees and close family members (24/7 support)

• Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme

• Opportunity for an annual flu vaccination

Applications

If you would like to discuss this post or arrange a visit to the school please contact the Head Teacher, Tim Marston, prior to applying.

To apply for the position:

1. Apply using the online application form

2. Submit a supporting statement outlining the reasons why you are applying and your suitability for the position

Application Closing Date: 9am, Wednesday 19th April 2023

Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 26th April 2023

We look forward to receiving your application!

SAFEGUARDING…

Bradgate Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to be-have in such a way that supports this commitment. As part of the Trust’s shortlisting process, all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search as part of our due diligence. Appointment to this post will also be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

WE ARE ALL UNIQUE…

At our Trust inclusion means everyone is welcome. Everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We value individuality and uniqueness and aim to create a sense of belonging. We want an inclusive workplace that helps build the success of our pupils and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.