Teacher of Art - 3D

This innovative and successful 11-18 school first opened in September 2004 and has grown year on year. Oriel High is now oversubscribed with over 1300 students and was judged 'Good' by Ofsted in 2012; it has excellent facilities and is a dynamic learning community.

We are seeking to recruit a well-qualified graduate to join our existing motivated and successful Art team.

The Oriel Art team is innovative and forward thinking. It comprises 4 full time teachers and there are 4 art rooms, a dark room, a kiln room, a sixth-form studio and a technician's resource area dedicated to art teaching and learning.

At Key Stage 4 a variety of courses are offered to students to personalise learning: These courses include GCSE Fine Art, 3D and Textiles.

It would be a strong advantage if the applicant is experienced in teaching ceramics and three dimensional art.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of courses in the sixth form - courses include; Fine Art, 3D, Textiles and Photography.

We have excellent support for NQTs and would relish applications from newly qualified teachers who would like to grow and develop in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will be an excellent teacher with the ability to inspire, enthuse and engage learners, and will be required to teach Art across Key Stage 3 and be able to specialise in Fine Art at Key Stage 4.

Full details are available on our website www.oriel.w-sussex.sch.uk or by telephoning 01293 880350. To apply please complete the application form and accompany this with your statement of support.

Candidates may also contact Helen Everitt, Deputy Headteacher, for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the school before submitting an application.

Closing date: 12pm, Wednesday 8th October 2014

West Sussex County Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Oriel High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal record check with the Criminal Records Bureau.

Oriel High School
Maidenbower Lane
Maidenbower
Crawley
West Sussex
RH10 7XW