Head of ADT
Isaac Newton Academy
Redbridge, Ilford
- Expired
- Salary:
- ARK MPS/UPS £26,662 - £42,498 (Dependent on experience) + TLR1
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Easter 2018, or as soon as possible after
- Apply by:
- 30 October 2017
Job overview
Isaac Newton Academy, Redbridge
Principal: Rachel Macfarlane
Visionary leader for Art, Design and Technology required at an outstanding new school, a TLR1 will be available for this role.
Start Date: Easter 2018
New, six form entry, mixed 4-18 comprehensive in Redbridge.
In September 2012 Isaac Newton Academy opened with its inaugural cohort of 180 year 7 students. The school will grow, year on year, to become an 11-18 academy of 1250 students.. In 2014 the primary phase of the academy opened to 90 reception-aged children. This too will grow each year, until full in September 2020.
We are looking to appoint an inspirational Head of ADT who shares our belief in the highest standards of academic attainment in a comprehensive setting. We are seeking an exceptional and pioneering leader who will design and implement an inspiring ADT curriculum from Reception to KS5 and providing opportunities for students to create beautiful and exceptional art and craft work and develop innovative design skills.
This is a rare opportunity to be centrally involved in establishing Art, Design and Technology in an outstanding school.
The successful candidate will:
- Be an exceptional subject practitioner
- Have a track record of achieving outstanding student outcomes
- possess the skills and determination to significantly enrich the lives of INA students and Ilford residents through Art, Design and Technology.
They will have the opportunity to:
- play a strategic role in the evolution of Isaac Newton Academy
- be involved in the design and implementation of the ADT curriculum
- lead and grow a team of art and technology teachers and operational staff
- join the Ark network, with comprehensive CPD provision.
If you are seeking a challenging and highly rewarding position, then we are keen to hear from you.
If you have any technical issues with the application form, please contact our recruitment team on 0203 116 6345. For a candidate information pack or an informal, confidential discussion please contact the HR Office, on 020 8911 6657.
To apply please visit https://goo.gl/d54unV. Please complete your application by 11am Monday 30th of October.
Location: Ilford, Redbridge
Start date: Easter 2018, or as soon as possible after.
Deadline: 11am Monday 30th October
Salary: ARK MPS /UPS plus TLR 1(depending on experience and expertise)
Ark is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Attached documents
About Isaac Newton Academy
Isaac Newton Academy is a mixed, non-denominational, non-selective school for girls and boys aged 4-18.
Principal
Morgan Haines
Values and vision
It is Isaac Newton Academy’s aim to equip pupils with the knowledge, learning power and character necessary for success at university and beyond. We:
- set clear, ambitious goals, and rigorously monitor our progress in achieving them
- offer a curriculum emphasising core academic subjects, while providing the facilities and specialist staff to meet and stimulate a wider range of interests
- employ an approach to teaching that instils knowledge, understanding, and a desire to learn
- ensure that all students, teachers, staff and parents commit fully to making Isaac Newton Academy a vibrant learning community.
Why work for us?
Great schools are made of great staff – that is why we strive to recognise hard work and celebrate success. At Isaac Newton Academy our aim is to equip every student with the knowledge, learning power and character necessary for success at university and beyond. Staff at the school are dedicated to ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has access to an outstanding education and real choices in life.
At Isaac Newton Academy we believe that all students have the potential to achieve outstanding educational outcomes. This is reflected in how we teach and communicate with students. INA offers a friendly community where everyone is supported to be the best they can be. As a new and growing school, you will play an integral role in the evolution of INA.
We work hard to recognise hard work. From complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits and fruit in the learning rooms to staff football teams, choirs and exercise classes, INA is more than a school, it is a community. Staff come together for socials each term and every summer there is a staff residential conference.
- We are Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ in all areas
- We are located a 5 minute walk from Seven Kings station (zone 4), which is only 10 minutes from Stratford on TFL rail (soon to be Crossrail)
- Our vision and ethos run through everything we do
- We are part of the Ark Schools Network
- We have an effective and consistently applied Behaviour Policy
- We offer 10 INSET training days plus 3 Independent Learning days each year
- We offer a unique family dining experience for all staff and students (complimentary for staff)
- You will get the chance to progress your career within a growing school
Ofsted report
Ark Isaac Newton Academy was rated by Ofsted as “outstanding” in 2014.“High standards have been achieved by the inspirational leadership of the principal, members of the leadership team and governing body. The academy has established very high quality teaching where every student succeeds. The impact of the academy’s unique specialisation in music and mathematics is highly evident. The students are very proud of learning a ‘big band’ instrument and really enjoy music making.”
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