Teacher of Art
Ormiston Bushfield Academy
Peterborough
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2019
- Apply by:
- 4 February 2019
Job overview
Teacher of Art
MPS
Required for September 2019, we are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, highly motivated & enthusiastic teacher of Art. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork & support, where staff are committed to raising attainment. The Academy has been recognised for its high standards of inclusion.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced & newly qualified teachers (we offer a full induction programme to NQTs) & visits to the Academy are welcomed.
We relocated to a new £20.6 million state-of -the-art building in September 2012, giving every student the opportunity to learn in an exciting and inspiring environment. The Academy is conveniently located close to the Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire & Lincolnshire borders & benefits from excellent road and rail links.
Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a good school (OFSTED - March 2016) with the recent inspection stating:
- Relationships between pupils and staff are positive and contribute substantially to the calm and productive learning environment
- Pupils are making very good progress
- Pupils behave well in lessons and around school
The successful candidate will:
- be passionate about their subject with a personal interest in contemporary art & art history
- be able to teach across the age & ability range, bringing creative ideas, energy & enthusiasm using a wide range of different art media
- demonstrate strong teaching skills with the ability to inspire students & using their enthusiasm with their own art practice provide enjoyment of the subject to ensure all students reach their full potential & obtain excellent results
- have knowledge of photography (desirable but not essential)
We offer:
- a state-of-the-art teaching environment;
- personalised professional development;
- an opportunity to join a well-established & successful department;
- laptops for all staff in addition to desk top computers in all rooms;
- guidance, advice and support from an inspiring senior leadership team
- an opportunity to join a friendly & supportive staff at this popular oversubscribed Academy recognised locally & nationally for its continued improvement.
Application forms & further information about this post are available from our Website or from Katherine Scothern, by telephone or email to katherine.scothern@bushfield.co.uk
Closing date for receipt of applications: Midday - Monday, 4th February 2019
The Academy is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children & young people & expects all staff & volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of two suitable references & a successful application for an enhanced disclosure from the DBS.
Attached documents
About Ormiston Bushfield Academy
Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a co-educational secondary school based in Ortongate, Peterborough, for students aged 11-19. It is sponsored by the Ormiston Academies Trust.
Principal
Dennis Kirwan
Values and vision
Ormiston Bushfield Academy’s focus is on providing learning opportunities that excite, motivate and challenge students, as well as encouraging lifelong learning and an interest in the world around them. The secondary school wants students to be happy and able to realise their full potential, while demonstrating diligence, self-discipline, good manners and concern for others.
Teachers take a student-centred and personalised approach to learning, which recognises and values the skills and talents of everyone. The pervading culture is one in which every student feels they can succeed, and in which their aspiration to be a lifelong learner is supported and encouraged.
Ormiston Bushfield Academy is committed to the development of the whole child, nurturing their personal and social skills, sense of enquiry, and resilience to face life's challenges.
Ofsted report
“The academic curriculum is well supported by a broad range of afterschool clubs and sporting opportunities. These are popular with many pupils and uptake rates are rising. The school receives effective support from the Ormiston Academy Trust. A Trust representative knows the school well and is providing valuable consultancy and leadership support. Leaders make sure that systems and procedures meet statutory requirements. Staff are well trained and understand their role in keeping pupils safe. Employment records are well organised.”
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