Head of Art
Willingdon Community School
East Sussex
- £30,000 - £46,525 per year
- New
- Salary:
- TLR2a of £3,214
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2025 or earlier
- Apply by:
- 23 September 2024
Job overview
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - ART
The successful person will lead a department that consistently achieves outstanding outcomes at GCSE. This post would suit an experienced Head of Art or someone who is seeking their first head of department post. This is a perfect opportunity to join the Technology and Enterprise group of subjects, which greatly values the creative subjects such as Art, Design and Technology within the curriculum. We currently have multiple GCSE Classes and we are keen to develop our GCSE offer within these disciplines. Art is a strong feature throughout the three-year KS3. Applications are welcome from both full time and part time candidates.
We are looking for a suitable graduate, with a Creative Arts background and has the ability to teach Art to all age groups in this thriving and popular department. We hope to find a candidate who is ambitious, enthusiastic and highly motivated who will look to sustain the high outcomes but develop the curriculum offer. The successful candidate will be highly proficient in a range of Art disciplines.
Candidates should have excellent communication skills when working with young people and possess the appropriate drive, expertise, and energy. The successful applicant would be expected to teach Art to all age groups, including GCSE classes.
All of our staff are lifelong learners and reflective practitioners. We pride ourselves on giving departments ample time for subject specialist CPD and to talent manage our staff for future leadership roles. Leaders at all levels are well supported through our effective line management system.
The Art department is part of a group of subjects, which incorporates Art, Design and Technology, Business Studies, ICT and Food Preparation and Nutrition. You will be joining an established team of colleagues who like to share good practice and support the development of each other’s’ areas. The post would be suited to an ambitious teacher. The department has excellent facilities, with a large Art room which is considered well resourced. This is situated within the same area as the DT and Business department areas. The successful candidate will be prepared to go the extra mile, be keen to work as part of a team, and be open and willing to share new ideas.
The Art curriculum reflects a broad and diverse approach and sets out to involve all students and reflect their different interests and aptitudes. In year 7, students are taught the key concepts of drawing. As the year develops, they build upon their drawing skills and return to more complex tasks in order to strengthen confidence and understanding. In the first part of the year, students are also introduced to mark-making and collage, focusing on layering. In the latter part of the year, students are introduced to a painting project which teaches them basic colour theory and introduces them to a range of painting techniques. They also learn about brush control and practice a wide range of skills to create a foundation for years 8 and 9. In year 9, students are introduced to some of the key areas of GCSE level work to prepare them for KS4. Having laid these foundations students are able to transition to GCSE with confidence and creativity.
As well as being supported through in-house middle and senior leadership programmes, aspiring leaders have access to: funded NPQ and Masters Qualifications; extended programmes in Durrington Research School and leadership opportunities provided by the SSAT and ASCL.
Our Vision Statement:
We are a united, vibrant community which demonstrates personal excellence in all that we do. Learning at Willingdon transforms lives by igniting curiosity and expecting the very best from staff and students alike. We value opportunities, aiming for success today to prepare for challenges and opportunities tomorrow. We are respectful, compassionate and courteous to empower each other on our unique learning journeys. We look after ourselves and each other, and show empathy, respect and compassion to all people and our environment along the way. We encourage tolerance, resilience and reflection, which in turn allows everyone to make progress every lesson. We work together as a harmonious community to be the very best versions of ourselves.
Some of the wellbeing initiatives that we can offer the successful candidate:
· 50% off Benenden Health Care scheme.
· Opportunity to join Bupa Dental Plan which provides varying contributions to NHS and private dental services.
· We offer Mental Health First Aid to all staff which is a two day qualification.
· An Employee Assistance Programme via the County Council, this service is provided by ‘Care First’, they offer advice, information, emotional support and counselling.
· Annual Flu Vaccination is provided in the autumn term and paid for by the school.
· Access to the ESCC My Staff Shop which gives access to a wide range of tax efficient benefits and discounts from national and local businesses.
· The Love 2 shop membership card (linked to My Staff Shop) is a reloadable gift card which can be spent at a number of major retailers.
· Bike Scheme, this is a salary sacrifice scheme that produces a saving of up to 32% compared to buying a bike upfront.
· A free coffee machine is ready for you during break and lunch time.
· Invitations to whole school social events such as our Christmas party which is subsidised as a thank you to staff, and other gatherings to celebrate success.
· Local business discounts for Willingdon Community School staff.
· And more!
Willingdon Community School is committed to child protection/safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this duty of care. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment procedures and will require satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form from the school website: http://willingdonschool.org.uk/about-us/vacancies or, e-mail: recruitment@willingdonschool.org.uk
We advise applying promptly for our vacancies as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.
Attached documents
About Willingdon Community School
- Willingdon Community School
- Broad Road, Lower Willingdon, Eastbourne
- East Sussex
- BN20 9QX
- United Kingdom
Our Vision Statement:
We are a united, vibrant community which demonstrates personal excellence in all that we do. Learning at Willingdon transforms lives by igniting curiosity and expecting the very best from staff and students alike. We value opportunities, aiming for success today to prepare for challenges and opportunities tomorrow. We are respectful, honest and courteous to empower each other on our unique learning journeys. We look after ourselves and each other, and show empathy, respect and compassion to all people and our environment along the way. We encourage tolerance, resilience and reflection, which in turn allows everyone to make progress every lesson. We work together as a harmonious community to be the very best versions of ourselves.
Willingdon Community School is a high-achieving and over-subscribed (NOR 1040), 11-16, comprehensive school serving largely, the Eastbourne and Polegate area. We are committed to talent management and ensuring that all support and teaching staff are given the opportunity to develop and progress their careers. The school prides itself on putting staff and student wellbeing as a top priority and there are many initiatives which have been established to support this e.g. subsidising Benenden healthcare by 50% for all staff members to creating staff working parties to focus on key areas for example; marking workload. Our leadership team are receptive to constructive feedback and hold regular parent, staff and student voice sessions as well as google form entries to submit feedback.
The recent Ofsted report was very positive about the journey of our school and we sustained our 'Good judgement'. Our report details: 'The school has high expectations of pupils and a strong focus on celebration and praise' It also says 'External examination outcomes are extremely strong. Pupils’ progress is significantly above national averages in most subjects, and in the highest 20% in English and mathematics.' This is largely due to teachers being 'subject experts' and also provided with the best support, CPD and leadership. Despite the recent impact of covid, our attendance was significantly above national average and we have enjoyed sharing our good practice with other colleagues in the south east region to support other children.
The school is a leading member of a number of local educational groups and partnerships, such as the Eastbourne Schools Partnership (ESP) which brings many and varied learning opportunities to both teachers and students, particularly via our links with Eastbourne College. We are a member of the SSAT, the Key and PIXL and have excellent links with outstanding schools up and down the country. These links bring cultural and intellectual capital to the school and enrich our CPD provision for staff at all levels.
The CPD and talent management of our staff is given a very high priority as we believe this is a vitally important part of improving outcomes for young people as well as invigorating teachers` passion for their areas. Willingdon is proud of its record in developing new teachers and on the quality of CPD more widely. We look forward to hosting Bill Rogers this year to talk to schools across the South East region about effective behaviour management.
The school has an outstanding record for the quality and range of professional development opportunities it offers and takes pride in developing its staff as outstanding teachers and preparing them for the next steps in their careers. We have an internal coaching team made up of excellent teachers who specify in supporting staff with the development of certain key skills. From delivering literacy within lessons to having good presence and effective engagement, our staff work positively with each other without fear of judgment. As well as being supported through in-house middle and senior leadership programmes, aspiring leaders have access to: funded NPQ and Masters Qualifications; extended programmes in Durrington Research School and leadership opportunities provided by the SSAT and ASCL.
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