Head of Art & DT
Notting Hill Prep School
London
- Expired
- Salary:
- £37,000 to £44,000 pa depending on experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2018
- Apply by:
- 3 October 2017
Job overview
Head of Art & DT
We are looking to appoint an experienced, talented, dynamic and inspirational Head of Art & DT from January 2018.
This is an exciting time at NHP and the Art department will be expanding to include Design & Technology in a new building, with state-of-the-art facilities.
This new building and state-of-the-art facilities will add to the excitement and energy already at the school and offer the chosen candidate the opportunity to develop their own career and interests.
Teaching experience in KS1, KS2 and KS3 is essential. The selected candidate will be Art trained or have experience in an artistic-based industry. Knowledge and skills in a variety of disciplines including Design Technology and Art History will also be an advantage. As a team member you will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of the Department.
Notting Hill Prep is a popular co-ed school in the heart of the local community with a staff of highly committed and passionate teachers.
We are an accredited ‘Thinking School’, a title which reflects our intelligent approach to education. Our success is founded on academic rigour, balanced by an innovative, cutting-edge pedagogy. We teach children not merely to learn, but to learn how to learn. The successful applicant must fully support the ethos of the school.
Please click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application form.
The closing date for completed applications is noon on Wednesday 4th October, interviews to take place the following week. Short-listed candidates will be expected to teach an observed lesson or lessons during their interview day.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.
Attached documents
About Notting Hill Prep School
Headteacher
Mrs Sarah Knollys
Notting Hill Preparatory School is a mixed, non-denominational independent primary school in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, serving students from the age of 4-13. The primary school, situated in Notting Hill has approximately 435 students on record.
Notting Hill Preparatory School opened in 2003, set up through the collaboration of parents and teachers. The school opened new buildings in 2009 and 2018, with facilities including a computer suite and specialist art, music and science rooms.
Values and vision
Notting Hill Preparatory School’s vision is to welcome students into a close knit community where they can be inspired to learn in a modern teaching environment. The primary school installs the core values of kindness, courtesy and concern for others, wanting students to be happy and feel cared for during their time learning. It is important to the school that children feel respected and acknowledged as individuals, and encourages them to share their views and ideas in the classroom in order to challenge their thoughts and gain in confidence. Students are nurtured to become the best version of themselves while at the same time enjoying their childhood. A wide range of extra-curricular activities are available for children to get involved in and gain new skills, including music, sport and drama.
Independent School Inspectorate
“The personal qualities of pupils within the context of the school’s life are significant. Pupils are tolerant and respectful of each other’s differences and collaborate exceptionally well when working together. They are given many opportunities for responsibilities and accept these with enthusiasm and pride.”
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