We are seeking to appoint a Head of Performing Arts who will be responsible for leading and overseeing all performing arts activities at Fareham Academy and will be an outstanding Teacher specialising in at least one of the Performing Arts, with a passion for arts education and the ability to inspire and motivate young performers. Students are encouraged to be involved in all forms of the arts and achieve their full potential in music, drama and dance. 

​The successful individual should be ambitious and hardworking to join a diligent, enthusiastic and committed Performing Arts department. The successful candidate should be a dedicated and highly motivated professional, committed to teaching across key stages 3 & 4.

Your Opportunity

The Performing Arts department overarching aim is for students to leave the Academy as well mannered, confident and culturally rich; therefore, our curriculum reflects this intention. Reading, Literacy, Numeracy and SMSC are explicitly taught throughout all curriculum areas as well as students having opportunities to develop vocational skills and ‘Learning for Life’ through our extended curriculum offer. At Fareham Academy the curriculum is the foundation from which we endeavour to unlock each child’s potential and create a lifetime of opportunity.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who:

• Has excellent subject knowledge
• Believes in young people
• Is dynamic, innovative and inspirational in the classroom
• Is passionate about Performing Arts and is keen to improve standards across all year groups
• Ensures students succeed and are challenged to achieve their potential
• Has the ability to teach outstanding lessons across the age range
• Enjoys working as part of a team
• Sets high expectations of themselves and their students
• Is committed to providing access for students to a range of opportunities
• Is able to forge positive relationships with students

In return we will offer you:

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• A professional, hardworking and supportive team of staff with the capability and desire to raise student achievement
• Opportunities for further professional development
• A caring and supportive working environment within a vibrant school community
• Free Parking
• Annual Flu jabs offered
• Assistance towards eye tests and glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Staff well-being