Teacher of Art

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Expressive Arts faculty which includes Art, Dance, Drama and Music. We are seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated teacher with energy and drive.

This post would suit an experienced colleague or an NQT. Experience of delivering photography would be welcomed.

Bedford High School is a highly successful and popular school that continues to improve. We gained Ofsted ‘Good’ in our last inspection, and the school maintains very strong examination performance at KS4.

We offer a positive school culture, opportunities for further professional development and strong support from the Senior Leadership Team. If you think you have the skills, drive, determination and commitment to be part of our happy, vibrant school we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this post, please complete the application form, we do not accept CV’s, and return to Mrs C Taylor, HR Facilities & Communications Manager by post to the school’s address or by email.

Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email of the interview arrangements. Please ensure your correct email address is provided on your application form. As we receive may applications for posts, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interview. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for interview on this particular occasion.

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the following link.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 909009 or email recruitment@bedford.wigan.sch.uk Website www.bedfordhighschool.co.uk

Interview date: Week Commencing Monday 24 May 2021

Any offer of employment is conditional subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record with barred list through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical clearance, references and verification of your qualifications satisfactory to the school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and adhere to the school’s child protection policies and procedures.

All candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK and comply with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act regulations.

Wigan Council and the School Governing Body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.