Teacher of Art and Design
Heathfield School
Ascot
- Expired
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 5 January 2018
Job overview
Part-time (0.4)
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding practitioner and enthusiastic Teacher, with the ability to deliver Art and Design across all Key Stages. Ideally, you will have subject specialist knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Digital Art (Animation and/or Film), Printmaking, Ceramics, and/or Sculpture.
The Department
The Art Department at Heathfield is flourishing. There is a long history of girls studying and succeeding, for examples within the areas of Fine Art, Textiles, Ceramics, and Illustration; many girls take GCSE, A-Level Art and Design and a large number choose to combine these qualifications with those in Photography, and History of Art, which are also popular choices. Several girls go on to Foundation Courses and Degree Course in Art-related subjects at many prestigious national and international art schools. The Art Department consists of a fine art room, a ceramics room with kiln, a textiles room with a designated pattern cutting area and sewing room, and a suite of computers.
Our Art Department has an excellent reputation both nationally and internationally, and seeks to appoint a candidate who is able to uphold and contribute to its extremely high standards. We require a team player with the vision and motivation to maximise student potential.
The School
Heathfield is an all girls’ boarding and day school, providing our girls with a first class education in beautiful surroundings, with a level of continuity of care and pastoral support, which we believe, is unrivalled. We offer opportunities that would otherwise be difficult for girls to access, with a wide weekend programme designed to stimulate our girls and to provide them with a release for both their physical and creative energies.
Set in 35 acres, the School is 50 minutes from London by train, 25 minutes from Heathrow and 20 minutes from Reading by car. The facilities and grounds are what one would expect from a School of this standing.
One of the School's great strengths is the fact that, because of its size, (190 girls aged 11-18), we are able to concentrate on individual achievement. We have consistently high GCSE and ‘A’ level results and all girls go on to higher education, including Oxbridge. Because of our size, every girl is known to each other and to each member of staff.
To apply, please click the apply button and download our application form.
Please be sure to provide all of the required information, references will be taken at short-listing unless a request has been made to the contrary and all completed applications should be sent to lfarrin@heathfieldschool.net
Closing date: Friday, 5th January 2018.
Interview dates: Thursday, 11th and Friday, 12th January 2018.
Heathfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosures and Barring Service. Heathfield School is an equal opportunities employer.
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About Heathfield School
Based in Ascot, Berkshire, Heathfield School is a Boarding and Day school for girls aged 11 – 18, founded by Eleanor Beatrice Wyatt in 1899.
Headteacher
Jonathan Williams
Small School, Big Opportunities
At Heathfield, we believe that every student should be known, valued, and inspired to achieve more than they thought possible. As a small school, we offer an environment where no student is ever overlooked, and where each student’s academic, pastoral and co-curricular journey is carefully tailored to their individual strengths, challenges and ambitions. This personal approach has a proven impact: this year, Heathfield students achieved on average over a full grade higher in their GCSEs than predicted, testament to the dedication of our teachers and the effectiveness of our personalised support.
Our academic provision is ambitious and forward-thinking. Small classes allow teachers to know every student and adapt to different learning styles, ensuring each student feels confident and stretched in equal measure. Our Sixth Form subject blocks are designed around the students themselves, so they can pursue the exact A Level combinations that suit their aspirations, whether that lies in the sciences, the arts or the humanities. Creativity flourishes at Heathfield too, with Art and Design enjoying national recognition for the calibre of work produced by our students.
Life at Heathfield is about much more than lessons. Each student is part of a small Tutor group, benefitting from daily individual attention and guidance. Facilities are outstanding and the boarding community adds an extra dimension where learning, friendship and opportunity extend far beyond the school day.
The Sixth Form experience is distinctive, combining academic ambition with preparation for life beyond school. Our new Leadership Award develops vital skills for the next generation: from public speaking and innovation projects to service, challenge and self-development, the programme ensures Heathfield students leave not only with excellent qualifications but also with confidence, independence and the ability to lead.
Standing in beautiful surroundings just outside Ascot, the school is conveniently located being just 30 miles from central London, 9 miles from the M4 and 5 miles from the M3 motorways.
Entry is at 11, 13 or 16. Scholarships are awarded for Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport at all three entry points. The school holds termly open mornings. Please visit our website for details: heathfieldschool.net
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