Art Teacher

Full Time ECT/MPR/UPR WE CANNOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE Our Art Department are looking for an enthusiastic and creative Art Teacher with a love of education to join the team to encourage all pupils to make progress in this subject no matter their ability. There are currently four specialist teachers who enjoy a range of adaptive teaching approaches, both contributing to the academic and pastoral life of the school.

The Art Department is a strong department which consistently achieves good outcomes. We offer Fine Art, 3D Art, Textile Art and Photography. A well-resourced department; the subject is taught in three well-equipped, specialist art rooms, one of which houses a kiln room. We also have two part-time Art Technicians working with the department. The Art department run excellent trips for pupils such as visits to Kew Gardens and a day of inspiration in Brighton.

We are looking to appoint a colleague who will: Engage, enthuse, motivate and challenge pupils in order for them to excel academically Have relentlessly high expectations of themselves and pupils Have excellent subject knowledge Be willing to teach across the full age range of pupils; year 7 to year 11 Enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the Department and wider school through sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in continuing professional studies programme Teach a standard timetable allocation Make a positive contribution to the efficient running of the Department, including, setting and marking examinations, attending departmental meetings and undertaking administrative and other tasks as delegated by the Curriculum Leader Actively safeguard and promote the welfare of children Support the schools' aims and objectives for teaching and learning Adhere to and promote all school policies and procedures Person Specification: Good degree in a directly related subject (desirable) Thorough knowledge of the (11-16) subject Curriculum up to GCSE Recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, or equivalent experience Awareness of Safeguarding requirements and good practice Good level of IT literacy Be capable of delivering inspirational and informative lessons to the full age and ability range of pupils at the school Be able to demonstrate a positive and authoritative rapport with pupils Excellent and effective classroom management skills Have excellent communication skills to enable effective dialogue with pupils, parents, staff and visitors Be organised and self-motivated, with a proven record for meeting targets and deadlines In return you can expect: Access to an exceptional Professional Studies Programme from extensive in-house CPD, to a wide range of external courses To be part of a school which has a real 'team approach' where you will be valued and supported A well-resourced curriculum area including your own laptop Contribution to the Teacher's Pension Scheme Lifestyle discounts through our employee 'Lifestyle Savings Platform' Access to free counselling service via our provider 'Health Assured' Onsite parking A dedicated Teaching and Learning training room A staff room with complimentary refreshments and food provided on whole school events such as Parents' Evenings Application Procedure: Only applications using our HCC application form will be reviewed, we cannot accept CVs.

Please refer to attached documents for application form or see link below for our website https://www.coveschool.uk/join-us/work-with-us If you currently work in a school, please ensure your reference is from your current Headteacher. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Only applications using our HCC application form will be reviewed.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet th