Teacher of Art and Design
Tadcaster Grammar School
Tadcaster
- £30,000 - £41,333 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPR
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2024
- Apply by:
- 9 April 2024
Job overview
To develop learners that are technically skilled in a wide range of disciplines, concept and context aware. To develop creativity for students, to value creativity as a skill that brings richness to culture and innovation to problems. To understand that creativity is a skill that can be learnt first through discipline and knowledge and then through the freedom to explore. To develop students with advanced levels of artistic maturity, ambition, knowledge & understanding - allowing confident progression onto pathways of their choice.
Our school ambition focuses on developing a culture whereby all students can achieve highly and will be supported whatever their background or ability. This relies on providing learning and teaching of the highest possible quality to engage, enthuse and motivate. At TGS we do not limit our definition of achievement simply to traditionally academic pursuits.
As part of the STAR Multi-Academy Trust, TGS provides a high-quality learning community that inspires and motivates its employees as well as its students. Thus we are seeking a candidate who wants to make a positive difference to the lives of young people and has a commitment to lifelong learning in order to be an outstanding member of our team. We support colleagues who are ambitious for their own professional development, have a ‘can do’ attitude, are creative problem solvers and work collaboratively.
We offer a range of extensive opportunities, incentives and benefits to staff including:
- Access to STAR MAT’s employee benefits website with discounts on retailers, holidays, days out and so much more…
- Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for a range of free and confidential advice with a range of support materials available
- Continuous training and development opportunities
The STAR Multi Academy Trust prides itself on the work that it does supporting young people and welcomes all applications. Visit the website here for access to our recruitment policies.
The STARMAT is committed to equality, and to making fair and equitable treatment an integral part of everything we do. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS check and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.
Thank you for your interest in this position .You are welcome to email or call to arrange a visit to the School or to discuss this position further . Please also refer to our Information pack and website for further information. Closing date for this great opportunity is 9am on the 9th April 2024 .
Attached documents
About Tadcaster Grammar School
Welcome to Tadcaster Grammar School
Tadcaster Grammar School is a thriving, successful and energetic place with a very unique ‘family’ feel. We pride ourselves in knowing our students really well, and our caring and nurturing ethos ensures every student feels safe, secure and happy.
The school enjoys an excellent reputation and attracts a large number of students from outside the official catchment area. Currently, students attend from over 40 primary schools in North Yorkshire, City of York and Leeds education authorities.
The learning environment we offer our students is of a high quality. All subjects are housed in suites of specialist rooms. Over forty classrooms are complemented by Science laboratories and specialist bases for Art, Design and Technology, Food and Nutrition, Textile Technology, Music, Careers and Learning Support. The sports facilities within our very extensive grounds include two gymnasiums, seven tennis courts, many hockey, soccer and rugby pitches, cricket squares, a hard-surface athletics track and a full size floodlit artificial pitch. We have a total of nearly 70 acres.
We are committed to:
● Promoting equality of opportunity for each student;
● Assisting each student, through hard work, commitment and self-discipline to achieve the highest standards of work of which they are capable;
● Helping each student to develop a lively enquiring mind, the confident to question, and the ability to debate rationally;
● Ensuring each student acquires knowledge, skills and training relevant to the world of work;
● Enabling each student to receive challenging, stimulating, worthwhile and enjoyable experiences;
● Making sure all students recognise their personal strengths and set their goals accordingly;
● Developing within each student an understanding of fundamental British Values.
Please note especially our School Vision & Values Statement in the applicant pack.
The school places great emphasis on professional development. Opportunities for development and advancement are available in school and across the wider Trust, and beyond..
Tadcaster Grammar School is a very special place and we look forward to welcoming you.
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