Head of Art
Wakefield Girls' High School
Wakefield
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2016 (or as soon after as possible)
- Apply by:
- 26 May 2016
Job overview
Wakefield Girls’ High School Senior School aims to give a good all round education to each pupil, encouraging academic excellence, nurturing talents, developing an individual's potential and emphasising traditional values in the modern context. Our reputation as a centre of educational excellence and extra-curricular activities is widely acknowledged in Yorkshire and beyond. Ours is an extremely successful and happy school.
We are looking for an inspiring and successful teacher to lead our flourishing Art Department, from September 2016 (or as soon after as possible).
Art is a highly valued subject with a dedicated staff team and is taught throughout the school to A level, enjoying excellent academic results. The successful candidate will be a well-qualified individual who comes with a clear vision on how to maintain the excellent results currently being achieved at all levels.
The ideal candidate must be able to teach GCSE and A level Art; they will be adaptable, be confident in the use of ICT and possess excellent organisational, leadership and management skills. They will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and advise them of any new curriculum initiatives and budgetary implications. They will be expected to contribute to Heads of Department Meetings and to produce / oversee all Department Development Plans and Schemes of Work. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to work with talented pupils and dedicated staff and a contribution to the wider life of this busy school is also essential.
The position is full time and permanent. Salary is MPS/UPS + a Management & Responsibility Allowance + a Wakefield Supplement. The Teachers’ Pension Scheme is also applicable. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
Further details and an application form can be obtained from our website http://www.wgsf.org.uk/article/key-information/employment-opportunities/current-vacancies
Or The Head, Wakefield Girls’ High School, Wentworth Street, Wakefield WF1 2QS.
Tel: 01924 231609. Email: ngunson@wghsss.org.uk
Applications by CV will not be accepted.
Closing date for applications: 4.00 pm Friday 27th May 2016
Wakefield Girls' High School, Senior School
(GSA Day School, 670 Girls 11 – 18 years
About Wakefield Girls' High School
- Wakefield Girls' High School
- Wentworth Street, Wakefield
- West Yorkshire
- WF1 2QS
- United Kingdom
Wakefield Girls' High School, a selective independent school for girls aged 11-18, first opened its doors in 1878, at a time when the educational and social emancipation of women was accelerating. It occupies an extensive site in a conservation area near the centre of Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The school became independent in 1982.
Wakefield Girls' High School forms part of the Wakefield Grammar School Foundation group of schools. Some teaching in Years 12 and 13 takes place jointly with Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, the boys' school in the foundation.
Headteacher
Ms Heidi-Jayne Boyes
Values and vision
Wakefield Girls' High School strives to create a stimulating and challenging environment and a culture of high expectation. It encourages both initiative and team commitment, develops self-esteem and confidence, and places equal value on the academic and pastoral care of girls. The school runs a peer-mentoring system with Samaritans training, offering support to younger girls in the school.
By instilling intellectual curiosity, aspiration and a love of learning, the school aims to enable each girl to achieve her full academic potential, breaking through the “glass ceiling” by being creative, brave, taking risks and rising to challenges. Participation and contribution are highly valued.
ISI report
“Pupils show maturity and sensitivity. They are supported by excellent pastoral care. They feel safe and well prepared for the next stage of their lives. Their behaviour is excellent. Older pupils offer support to younger pupils and all value the mentoring provided by members of the sixth form.”
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