Teacher of Art
Chestnut Grove Academy
Wandsworth
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2017
- Apply by:
- 8 June 2017
Job overview
We seek a dynamic and inspiring teacher of Art to join our vibrant Art department and teach Art and/or Photography up to A Level. Art is a popular option at both GCSE and A Level and is a pivotal feature of our curriculum offer. Chestnut Grove was the first specialist Arts College in the country and the legacy of this specialism remains a strong feature of the academy’s ethos.
Creativity underpins the vision and ethos of Chestnut Grove Academy and it is enshrined in our motto ‘A Creative Learning Community’. Students benefit from a rich curriculum which provides them with a wealth of opportunities to explore the Arts as well as the full range of academic subjects. A combination of tradition and innovation serves our students well.
A culture of high aspiration for all permeates the academy. As an inclusive community we strive to ensure that we meet the needs of everyone; removing barriers to ensure academic success.
This post is suitable for either a Newly Qualified Teacher or a more experienced practitioner.
CLOSING DATE: Friday 9th June, 2017 at noon.
Previous applicants to not need to re-apply
ALL POSTS SUBJECT TO DBS CHECKS
Chestnut Grove is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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About Chestnut Grove Academy
Chestnut Grove is a high performing, 11-18, multi-cultural school in Balham, South London, with a number of awards for its inclusive approach including UNICEF Gold Status (2022).
Creativity underpins the vision and ethos of Chestnut Grove Academy and it is enshrined in our motto ‘A Creative Learning Community’. Underpinning our motto is our mantra ‘PROUD’ which reflects our values of Positive, Resilience, Open-minded, Unified and Determined.
Academic excellence is the foundation of a Chestnut Grove education. We achieve some outstanding examination results, with students making excellent progress at both GCSE and A Level. This has enabled a record number of our students to gain entry into the University of their choice, with many heading off to Russell Group universities including Oxbridge.
When students join Chestnut Grove they become part of a vibrant and cohesive community where the child’s social development is valued just as much as his or her academic development.
Chestnut Grove has undergone a multi-million pound building programme which has provided staff and students with modern buildings and facilities.
We are proud to be a part of the Wandle Learning Trust, a Multi-Academy Trust that builds on the success of the Wandle Learning Partnership, of which we are the lead strategic partner with Chesterton Primary School.
Christian Kingsley
Co-CEO
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