Art Teacher

Focus Learning Trust is part of the OneSchool global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 18 countries worldwide, our 10,000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods

Due to stable growth our team are now looking to recruit an experienced Art Teacher on a 12 month FTC to join our Focus School Stoke Poges Campus until December 2019, to teach KS3, 4 and 5. This is brand new position offering an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking, highly motivated individual to join an organisation who genuinely seek to promote excellence in education. 

The school offers achievement, opportunity and professional challenge to 82 students within a supportive environment. The students have a passion and desire to excel in learning. We are looking for conscientious and hard-working individuals who are passionate about education, pay meticulous attention to detail and who wish to maintain our environment to the highest standard. Our goal is to become a leading edge school in every aspect.

Key Responsibilities:

• The primary responsibilities of this post are to plan a programme of study for students in Years 7-13 that meets the learning aims of the school
• Support the development of a vibrant Art programme for students aged 7-11
• Deliver the programme to all students across the age range in order that students may make good progress in their learning journey
• Ensure the Self Directed Learning philosophy of the school is presented in an age appropriate manner to all students
• Regularly assess progress in order to support and challenge the learning journey
• Plan learning activities to support, stretch and challenge students of all abilities
• Ensure all plans cover the programmes of studies for the appropriate examinations within the subject
• Assess, monitor and track the learning of students in line with school policy 
• Demonstrate a strong classroom ethos including management of learning and behaviour

You will:

• Be highly motivated 
• Be an inspiring, engaging and effective communicator
• Have previous relevant experience working in a school
• Enjoy being part of a supportive team
• Be caring and enthusiastic
• Respect the school’s aims and values

We offer:

• An excellent working and learning environment with good resources
• Supportive Trustees who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals
• Dedicated and talented staff who are keen to build on our high standards
• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning
• Active and committed parents and carers
• A supportive and involved community
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students
• The opportunity to enhance your educational experience with support for continued professional development
• A competitive salary 

Professional support from Focus Learning Trust, equivalent to 100 hours per academic year

For more information about Focus Learning Trust or specific information relating to our Campus please visit www.stokepoges.focus-school.com or follow us on LinkedIn at Focus Learning Trust

For an informal discussion or visit to the school please contact David Martin (Head Teacher) on  01753 662 167 or email flt.recruit@focus-school.com for an application pack.

Closing Date for application forms: 12pm on 5th November 2019

Interviews will be held week commencing: Monday 12th November 2019

Focus School Stoke Poges Campus is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2016 and The Education Act, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment