Art and Design Technology Teacher

Tes is supporting the appointment of an Art and Design Technology Teacher to join a close-knit team at a school based in Dudley to help develop and drive Art and Design Technology across the Curriculum. 

The school opened in September 2018. They are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7-18 with a range of complex needs including a range of social, emotional and mental health needs and also pupils who have been diagnosed with autism or demonstrate behaviours associated with autism.

You will contribute to making the school an Outstanding provision and a leading light for their young people and their families. The uniqueness of every child is recognised and valued at the school and their curriculum embraces the community, from which it exists, recognising and celebrating the diverse backgrounds and experiences of their growing cohort. Through their curriculum, they develop the essential knowledge, skills and understanding, which are the building blocks for later life. 

About the role

They require an experienced and qualified secondary Art and Design Technology Teacher who has the ability to make a significant contribution to the school. The successful candidate will be an innovative, reflective practitioner who can demonstrate the willingness to adapt and learn. They are looking for an individual with high expectations and standards who can offer excellent behavioural management skills. An additional strength would be a creative, engaging approach to curriculum design and planning both within the classroom and also in the wider outdoor learning environment.

Who the School is looking for?

The successful candidate will have experience of working with young people with a range of complex learning needs. You will be able to demonstrate a working understanding of how these needs impact upon learning and behaviour in the classroom. You may have specialist knowledge and experience of working with autistic spectrum condition or children with social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Or you may have experience of working across both specialisms. Applications are invited from colleagues offering middle leadership experience, from mainstream schools and other educational settings, experience of assessment, planning and delivery of ICT throughout KS3/KS4 is essential. The school are looking to further enhance the Art and Design Technology curriculum at Key Stage 4 and 5. The school are extremely passionate in giving pupils the best opportunities when it comes to studying Art and Design Technology qualifications.

The ability to contribute to the development of the school is essential and they believe that energy, passion and a commitment to high standards are key characteristics required. They are looking for an individual who is able to help inspire and engage the young people that they serve. This is an opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their skills and experience in a challenging, motivating and highly rewarding environment. Previous experience of working in a SEN environment would be desirable, excellent support skills and the right motivation, personal qualities and levels of resilience are also just as important.

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

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To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

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