Head of Visual Arts – Maternity Cover 12 Months
Esher Church of England High School
Surrey
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR plus fringe area plus TLR 1A £7,853.00
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Start date:
- 23 April 2019
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint an individual who will take full responsibility for the Art department for 12 months to cover the maternity leave of the Head of Department. The GCSE Fine Art and Photography courses are incredibly popular at Esher High School. Both subjects receive a high intake of students each year, with students excelling in both areas. We are very proud of our student’s art work, which can be seen throughout the school. An exhibition of work is displayed at the end of each academic year which celebrates the outstanding achievements of all art students.
The Art Department is situated within an excellent Art Block and works closely with the Performing Arts Department. The Art block includes a performance space seating in excess of 200 for both school and community use, teaching rooms, 2 art studios, display space and a full ICT suite, housing Apple MAC computers and laptops to facilitate work on visual arts. The Art department is proud to offer a stock of Canon DSLR’s to use during photography lessons.
Our Art Department promotes a broad range of disciplines and we would therefore encourage teachers from all art specialisms to apply. The HOD would be responsible for overseeing GCSE students in both Fine Art and Photography courses.
This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding art teacher to take a lead role within the department who is:
• Passionate about art and able to inspire students
• Willing to promote and contribute to the full range of extra-curricular activities
• Highly motivated and enjoys working as part of a supportive team
• Keen to share and promote the school’s vision of high standards and success for all
A full induction programme is provided for all new staff, and a commitment to continued professional development.
To arrange a visit please email recruitment@esherhigh.surrey.sch.uk or telephone 01372 468068 Ext 225.
Closing Date: Midday on Monday 28th January 2019
Interviews will take place on Thursday 31st January 2019
Early applications and visits to the school are welcome.
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the disclosure and Barring Service.
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About Esher Church of England High School
Our mission at Esher C of E High School is that every student will grow in character, spirit, knowledge and skills, mindful of their part in God’s creation. We strive for excellence in all that we do, in academic performance as well as personal development, in order that students and staff will fulfill their potential and be ready for future opportunities.
We will provide an environment that enables everyone to work together in an atmosphere of mutual respect, openness and trust.
Our Aim and Values
At Esher Church of England High School, our aim is to ensure that each student leaves with excellent qualifications, rich experiences and a growth mindset that will equip them to take their place as responsible and successful citizens in the wider world. Promoting excellence in all aspects of school life and fostering spiritual, cultural and moral awareness within a Christian ethos, we aim to encourage all of our students to develop as independent and co-operative learners. Through developing students’ personal and social skills, we hope to prepare them as self-confident and highly motivated people who go on to succeed in whatever field they choose.
Our values are rooted in those of the Church of England’s for all church schools, but interpreted for our own unique setting and students.
These are:
- Educating for wisdom, knowledge and skills
- Educating for hope and aspiration
- Educating for community and living well together
- Educating for dignity and respect
As a Church of England School, our relationship with the Diocese of Guildford is essential. Not only does it help support our moral purpose, but it’s family of schools gives us a significant network from which we can grow leaders, encourage new members to the profession, and build on the strengths of individuals and teams within our community.
Enlighten Learning Trust (ELT) was formed as a Multi Academy Trust following the conversion of Esher Church of England High School to an academy in 2014. As a Trust, ELT aims to develop a vibrant partnership of non-selective primary and secondary schools, all united in one goal to provide the best possible learning experience and environment not only for our current children but also for the next generation of pupils.
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