AddressWe require an enthusiastic and passionate Teacher of Art Textiles & Photography to join the dynamic Visual Arts Faculty. Visual Arts is one of the strongest faculties at Ashton Park School and is highly regarded within the South Bristol community, regularly taking part in the South Bristol Arts Trail.
You must demonstrate a passion for these visual subjects through the delivery of high quality and creative lessons. A strong commitment to achievement for all is a must.
The successful candidate must be able to teach textiles and photography across the ability ranges up to KS4 textiles, and to KS5 photography, with KS5 textiles a welcome addition.
What Ashton Park School canoffer:
- 14% PPA
- A highly collaborative visual arts department
- Committed and supportive staff body with a real sense of community
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ashton Park Fitness Centre offers
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Free eye tests
- Access to staff sports and competitions
- Teachers' Pension Scheme
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Internal job market and great opportunities for progression
- Family friendly policies
- Free parking
- Staff social events
About Ashton Park Secondary School
'The new school leadership team has been mindful of staff workload and well-being when introducing rapid change’’ Ofsted Lead Inspector
This is an exciting time for Ashton Park School & sixth form as we embed our vision for our school to be ‘Valued in our community for our passion for learning and a commitment to excellence within a caring atmosphere built on mutual respect, and celebration of success’. In a recent Ofsted inspection, we were graded ‘Good’ in all areas.
We are looking for applicants who are passionate about students’ learning and who have an unequivocal commitment to excellence in all they do. The successful applicant will have the enthusiasm, knowledge and skills to deliver high quality student support. The successful candidate will be committed to the personal development of our students.
Being part of the professional learning community at Excalibur Academies Trust will provide the post holder with outstanding opportunities to progress and contribute to the continuing development of both school and trust.
Ashton Park is an inclusive and oversubscribed school, with over 1200 students, set in the beautiful grounds of the Ashton Court Estate in Bristol. We have many strengths including a committed team of staff who are enthusiastic and passionate about their work and supporting the young people in our care. There is a hugely impressive range of opportunities on offer for our student body. We are a very happy school community.
Diversity and inclusion are promoted and valued. Expressions of interest are welcomed from people of all backgrounds.
Please be aware that we will review applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close this posting once suitable candidates have been found. We encourage you to submit your expression of interest as soon as possible in order to be considered.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£46,525.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
