Head of Drama (Maternity Cover)
Isaac Newton Academy
Redbridge, Ilford
- Expired
- Salary:
- ARK MPS /UPS + TLR 2C
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 21 May 2018
Job overview
Isaac Newton Academy, Redbridge
Interim Principal: Jo Spencer
Exceptional Head of Drama needed to help shape an outstanding new school.
Maternity Cover required for 1 year (starting September 2018)
ARK MPS /UPS + TLR 2C
New all-through mixed 4-18 comprehensive in Redbridge.
In September 2012 Isaac Newton Academy opened with its inaugural cohort of 180 year 7 students. The school will grow, year on year, to become an 11-18 academy of 1250 students.. In 2014 the primary phase of the academy opened to 90 reception-aged children. This too will grow each year, until full in September 2020.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative Head of Drama, who is passionate about their subject for a 1 year maternity cover. You will have experience of teaching across the age range in Drama at secondary. You would ideally have experience of teaching Drama at A-level. You will join a highly motivated team, committed to collaborative planning of engaging lessons that instils a passion for the subject in our students.
If what you have read about Isaac Newton Academy chimes with your personal educational philosophy, we very much hope that you will consider applying for the post.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be a passionate teacher of Drama looking to take the next step in their career, or a current Head of Drama looking for a new challenge
- Demonstrate high levels of ambition and optimism regarding what the academy and its students can achieve
- demonstrate evidence of raising attainment and developing excellence
- Be a committed team player
- Be committed to Ark’s ethos of high expectations and no excuses
- Have the resolve and enthusiasm to make a real difference to the lives of pupils.
If you are seeking a challenging and highly rewarding position, then we are keen to hear from you.
If you have any technical issues with the application form, please contact our recruitment team on 0203 116 6345 or recruitment@arkonline.org. For a candidate information pack or an informal, confidential discussion please contact the HR Office, on 020 8911 6657 or email recruitment@isaacnewtonacademy.org.
To apply and for more information please go to https://goo.gl/qNmGVC . Please complete your application by 9am on Tuesday 22nd May 2018.
Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised.
Location: Ilford, Redbridge
Start date: September 2018 (Maternity Cover for 1 year)
Deadline: 9am on Tuesday 22nd May 2018.
Salary: ARK MPS /UPS (depending on experience and expertise) plus TLR 2c
Ark is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Attached documents
About Isaac Newton Academy
Isaac Newton Academy is a mixed, non-denominational, non-selective school for girls and boys aged 4-18.
Principal
Morgan Haines
Values and vision
It is Isaac Newton Academy’s aim to equip pupils with the knowledge, learning power and character necessary for success at university and beyond. We:
- set clear, ambitious goals, and rigorously monitor our progress in achieving them
- offer a curriculum emphasising core academic subjects, while providing the facilities and specialist staff to meet and stimulate a wider range of interests
- employ an approach to teaching that instils knowledge, understanding, and a desire to learn
- ensure that all students, teachers, staff and parents commit fully to making Isaac Newton Academy a vibrant learning community.
Why work for us?
Great schools are made of great staff – that is why we strive to recognise hard work and celebrate success. At Isaac Newton Academy our aim is to equip every student with the knowledge, learning power and character necessary for success at university and beyond. Staff at the school are dedicated to ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has access to an outstanding education and real choices in life.
At Isaac Newton Academy we believe that all students have the potential to achieve outstanding educational outcomes. This is reflected in how we teach and communicate with students. INA offers a friendly community where everyone is supported to be the best they can be. As a new and growing school, you will play an integral role in the evolution of INA.
We work hard to recognise hard work. From complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit in the learning rooms to staff football teams, choirs and exercise classes, INA is more than a school, it is a community. Staff come together for socials each term and every summer there is a staff residential conference.
- We are Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ in all areas
- We are located a 5 minute walk from Seven Kings station (zone 4), which is only 10 minutes from Stratford on TFL rail (soon to be Crossrail)
- Our vision and ethos run through everything we do
- We are part of the Ark Schools Network
- We have an effective and consistently applied Behaviour Policy
- We offer 10 INSET training days plus 3 Independent Learning days each year
- We offer a unique family dining experience for all staff and students (complimentary for staff)
- You will get the chance to progress your career within a growing school
Ofsted report
Ark Isaac Newton Academy was rated by Ofsted as “outstanding” in 2014.“High standards have been achieved by the inspirational leadership of the principal, members of the leadership team and governing body. The academy has established very high quality teaching where every student succeeds. The impact of the academy’s unique specialisation in music and mathematics is highly evident. The students are very proud of learning a ‘big band’ instrument and really enjoy music making.”
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