Music Teacher

I would like to thank you for your interest in the post of music teacher at Chilwell School.

Chilwell school has grown significantly over the past twelve months with a 25% increase in student numbers. The sixth form is expanding and the school has taken a leading role in developing provision and support for students and families, resulting in frequent features on local and national media.

As a result of increasing pupil numbers we have an exciting opportunity for a talented music teacher who is ambitious to develop their teaching as part of a warm, friendly and experienced team. The successful candidate will be committed to a collaborative approach and be able to contribute to a variety of innovative approaches including; curriculum design, teaching strategies, use of technology and intervention programmes. A determination to make a positive difference to students is essential. 

Our school values are based upon developing a community that treasures education. We value our strong commitment to achieving success for our students and all who work within and with our family of schools. We believe that our foundation school status means that we have the independence to drive forward standards and also the freedom to ensure that we meet the developing needs of our community. For nearly fifty years we have built a reputation for a school that cares and a school where students achieve.

The application deadline is 9am, Monday 27th June 2022.

Interviews are planned for the same week. 

Candidates are encouraged to contact the head teacher’s PA Madeleine Brown on m.brown@chilwellschool.co.uk to arrange a visit.

Chilwell School is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. 

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Type: Mainstream School

Phase: Secondary

Funding status: State - Foundation

Gender: Mixed

Age range: 11 - 18 years

Headteacher: David Phillips

About Chilwell School:

We are an 11-18 Foundation School located on the border of the Nottinghamshire Borough of Broxtowe and Nottingham City. We have a roll of 1000.

We have joint usage of the Olympia Leisure Centre which is a thriving leisure centre, serving the local community as well as our own students. The school is located on a stunning 30 acre site. Attenborough Nature Reserve, the Chilwell Manor Golf Club and Attenborough village border our grounds. Unusually, we also have a lake on site which is populated with a wide variety of wildlife.

Chilwell school is a great place to work. We are a warm and friendly staff and you will find a great welcome if you choose to work with us. We are committed to the well being of our staff and a sensible work life balance.

Chilwell School was graded “Good” by Ofsted in May 2018. We believe in an open and transparent culture and work hard to support staff and pupils in their development and learning. We fundamentally believe in a broad and balanced curriculum and as such remain totally committed to a wide portfolio of subjects within the curriculum that give pupils a breadth of experience and a choice of pathways.

Values and vision:

Chilwell school places a high priority on staff being able to do their job without having to jump through hoops or be tied up in unnecessary distractions. As a result we have a committed group of people who enjoy their work and value the opportunity to offer a great provision for students.

Our school values are based upon developing a community that treasures education. We value our strong commitment to achieving success for our students and all who work within and with our family of schools. We believe that our foundation school status means that we have the independence to drive forward standards and also the freedom to ensure that we meet the developing needs of our community. For nearly fifty years we have built a reputation for a school that cares and a school where students achieve.

Address:

Chilwell School,

Queens Road West

Chilwell

Nottinghamshire

NG9 5AL

Telephone: 0115 925 2698

Website: www.chilwellschool.co.uk