Subject Lead Art/DT

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative teacher of Art to lead the Senior School Art/DT department from April 2020.  The successful candidate will be expected to teach Art and DT across the age range from Year 7 to Year 11.  

The School aspires to engender a love for a variety of creative endeavours to engage pupils.  This important post at our School carries considerable scope for working autonomously and the successful candidate will be willing to demonstrate initiative and a talented, insightful approach to the development of teaching Art and DT across KS3 and KS4.  There will also be an opportunity to teach some classes within the Prep School.

Art is a pivotal feature of our curriculum and a popular option at GCSE.  The department has consistently achieved strong academic success at GCSE and the post holder will be expected to build on this success.  

This role provides a first-rate opportunity to demonstrate your ability to make a measurable impact on the success of the School.  We would welcome applications from teachers with a proven track record of success or from those starting their career and looking for outstanding support and induction into the profession.  

You will:

• Be able to teach Art and DT at KS3 - KS4; 

• Be highly motivated and an excellent classroom practitioner who can ensure good progress for all;

• Have a creative, forward thinking attitude and inspire pupils to succeed in Art and DT;

• Be unapologetically passionate about your subject;

• Be committed to working collaboratively as part of a team and across the school;

• Be willing to think creatively;

• Be hard-working with excellent organisational skills;

• Demonstrate enthusiasm and energy for enrichment and extracurricular opportunities

We offer: 

• Supportive colleagues and community

• Enthusiastic and motivated pupils that are taught in small class sizes

• Excellent professional development opportunities within the school and wider Cognita group 

• Competitive salary and contribution to the Teacher Pension Scheme

• Fee remission for children educated at Long Close School 

• Complimentary meals in the Dining Hall during term time

Closing date for application is 8 January 2020

Interviews will be held week commencing 13 January 2020

Visits to the school are welcome

We reserve the right to interview promising candidates prior to this date if applications are received early. 

Please return your completed application form along with your CV and covering letter to: 

Mrs C Andrews

Long Close School

Upton Court Road

Slough

Berkshire 

SL3 7LU

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

www.cognitaschools.co.uk