About This Role
Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more. Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
We are seeking to recruit an Art & Photography teacher to become part of our cohesive, professional and supportive team. The successful candidate will have specialisms in at least one of these areas and a willingness to develop expertise in the other and will teach all abilities across KS3 and KS4. KS3 students do a carousel of textiles, art, food, 3D design and graphics. At KS4, we offer design technology, catering, textiles, art, photography and computing.
Applications are welcome from experienced and early career teachers able to teach throughout the age and ability range. The academy offers an excellent induction for ECTs. We actively promote continuing professional development and encourage staff to pursue all enhancement programmes.
This is a fantastic time to join our small, vibrant and caring learning community at Six Villages. We provide students with a safe, positive environment to explore, learn, investigate and develop into confident young adults who are ready to enter an ever changing and competitive world. We aim to stretch, to stimulate and grow a love of life-long learning. We know that academic achievement of the highest order is within our reach and we strive to become a truly outstanding academy. With this in mind we are looking for exceptional professionals to join our staff body who demonstrate the ability to achieve outstanding student outcomes and make a significant difference to the lives of the young people at Six Villages.
The Successful Applicant Will
* be passionate about teaching art and photography inspiring, enthusing and engaging students every lesson to produce the highest quality work
* have a passion for education and improving the outcomes of students
* be confident working with students across the age and ability range
* be a dedicated teacher, eager to contribute to the extra curricular work of the department and wider life of the academy
* demonstrate our core values (be ambitious, value community, show respect, persevere, take responsibility and demonstrate kindness)
Benefits Of Working For Ormiston Six Villages Include
* membership of Teachers Pension Scheme
* free on-site parking
* comprehensive CPD provision
* loyalty deals in staff canteen
* membership to DAS Employee Assistance Programme
* 20% discount on childcare fees at Potter’s Houses
* discount for VDU users at Specsavers
* cycle to work scheme
* discount at Virgin Atlantic
* free tea and coffee making facilities
If you have any further queries or wish to arrange a tour of the academy, then please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Canadas, Administration Manager, on 01243 546802 or by email ccs@ormistonsixvillages.org.uk.
Please apply before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date and close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.
Ormiston Six Villages 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr