Head of Faculty of Visual and Performing Arts

Kenton School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school at the heart of the community we serve. With just 1,800 students, we are amongst the largest schools in the Northeast. At Kenton, we are clear about our vision: students are at the centre of everything we do. Through collaboration, every aspect of our work is of high quality. Our academy delivers an ambitious and inclusive curriculum that enables all students to excel academically and socially.

Following the promotion of the current postholder, we are seeking a Head of Faculty to join and lead our visual and performing arts department. This is an exciting role focused on the educational progress of learners within art, music, drama and the performing arts. In addition, the role will include leading extra-curricular activities to meet course requirements and showcase students’ work, including ensuring a programme of school productions/performances and exhibitions.

If you are the person we are looking for, you will be able to demonstrate:

• A passion for all aspects of performing and visual arts
• Demonstrable experience driving performance improvements in your designated curriculum or core leadership area
• An ability to think and act strategically with sensitivity to organisational and wider political priorities to deliver high-quality outcomes
• An ability to use data effectively and present views and opinions in discussion that contribute to positive outcomes, including the ability to challenge, give feedback and accept feedback constructively
• A proven track record of effective people, resource and financial management or demonstrating the ability to manage these areas
• The ability to demonstrate high expectations and instil these in others

In return, we offer:

• Salary sacrifice schemes, such as childcare vouchers and cycle-to-work
• Access to free gym facilities
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• The opportunity to work in a fantastically resourced school with easy commuting access to both the A1 and A19 in a supportive team committed to the development of all our staff

To apply, please visit: https://northernleaderstrust.org/vacancies/

Closing date: Noon on Friday 4th October 2024.

Interview date: Wednesday 9th October 2024.

Northern Leaders Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in all its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are fully committed to ensuring that consistent effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families, children and staff at school.