Teacher of Art and Design

Teacher of Art and Design

Commencing September 2022

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, innovative and dynamic teacher of Art and Design, with a specialism in Fine Art, to join a thriving, forward-thinking department. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to teach Art and Design to students from Year 7 up to and including A-level Art. The ability to teach a small amount of design technology at key stage 3 would be an advantage. We are seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic and able graduate to teach art and design throughout the School. This post would suit either an experienced teacher or an Early Career Teacher. Full support and mentoring is given to those new to the profession.

The successful candidate will share our passion for developing the work of the department and sharing good practice. They will also play an active role in the extensive and varied co-curricular programme at the School.  

You will be

• an inspirational teacher of art and design, who believes in high aspirations for all students

• passionate about innovative learning and teaching

• a dynamic, forward-thinking individual

• committed to student success

• highly organised

• enthusiastic

In return we can offer you:

• a positive and innovative learning culture supported by students, staff, parents and governors 

• a collaborative and supportive attitude amongst staff which promotes a sense of teamwork and unity

• a Senior Leadership team who is committed to promoting the best environment and outcomes for staff and students

• an excellent CPD Programme

• membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme

Derby High School is an independent GSA day school and we currently educate 600 students between the ages of 3 to 18, in our purpose-built buildings in the leafy suburb of Littleover in Derby. Our Primary School (a member of IAPS) teaches both boys and girls, whilst our Senior School became co-educational in September 2019 with boys joining Years 7 and 12. In September 2022 we will be fully coeducational throughout the school.

Our academic record is particularly strong, with 96% of our 2021 A level entries being graded A*-B, and 80% of GCSE grades being awarded 7-9; this places Derby High significantly ahead of all local schools in both A level and GCSEs.

The school has rigorous child protection procedures in place and the person appointed will be asked to supply information confirming identity and qualifications and will be subject to an enhanced DBS/Section 128 checks. 

For an application pack please visit our website:

www.derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk

Closing date for applications:  12 noon, Monday, 29th November 2021

Interviews: Week beginning: 6th December 2021