This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic school where all can thrive. We are extremely proud of our Outstanding Ofsted ratings where ‘students are exceptionally proud ambassadors for their school’. . We value our staff and want to develop them to the full in a supportive environment. We are looking for a candidate who has a passion for their subject area, is hard-working, flexible, innovative and will enjoy working collaboratively to secure the best possible outcomes for students. Art is on a sharp upward trajectory and we are seeing significant improvements in outcomes for students. We have done much to update the KS3 curriculum across the school including in Art and aim to further develop the curriculum to ensure that it is knowledge rich. Students are encouraged to pursue creative subjects in their option choices, and Art is popular at KS4 and we are looking to grow an A Level cohort. The successful candidate will work closely with the Subject Leader for Art and Design and Technology and play a key role in the development of the Art curriculum in addition to their teaching responsibilities. The Art department offers a range of enriching activities to encourage students to develop their understanding of Art, support the taught curriculum and build students’ cultural capital. We believe all students have the right to experience great works of Art so year 8 do an annual trip to the Tate Britain to ensure all students have visited a gallery in their time at the college. Students can also attend art club and the art room is always open after school for students to use and develop their artwork. 

St Ignatius College is: 

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·         A highly respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community with a rich history, committed to the academic, spiritual, and personal development of each individual

·         A warm, friendly community where all are respected and valued

·         A school where teachers are developed ‘through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support’ and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’

·         A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to learn and succeed

·         Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College.  Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none.  It is an incredibly supportive environment.”

The successful candidate will: 

·         Be an outstanding practitioner  

·         Believe in the right of every student to succeed   

·         Have the energy to inspire, motivate and challenge students  

·         Have excellent interpersonal skills and be a real team player 

·         Be committed to developing a knowledge rich curriculum and implementing Rosenshine's principles of instruction

·         Be well-qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated   

·         Support our Catholic ethos and contribute to our core vision and values  

What we offer: 

·         Experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other 

·         Paid Personal/well-being Day

·         A highly organised, energetic and well-equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject

·         ECT Induction Programme with weekly support sessions

·         Professional Thursdays

·         Opportunities for professional development and curriculum planning during the school day through a comprehensive CPD programme, Teacher Training Programmes, progression opportunities, support with becoming an examiner, ELKLAN training, Leadership Programmes

·         Cycle scheme

·         Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking, free refreshments, a swimming pool and sports facilities

We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have a desire to work with young people from a diverse range of backgrounds and a desire to be an excellent role model - making a real difference to our students’ lives, then this is the role for you. The successful applicant will be committed to the distinct Jesuit ethos of the College. St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.