Teacher of Art (with some KS3 Food)
Maternity cover, part time (3 days)
Required for January 2025
MPS / UPS
Blacon High School – More than a school
We are looking to appoint a talented Teacher of Art to start in January 2025, who has the expertise to teach Art across Key Stages 3 and 4, and Food at KS3. The successful candidate will be able to teach an inspiring KS3 Art curriculum and primarily GCSE AQA Art and Design: Fine Art, at KS4. You will have the energy and enthusiasm to work with young people to achieve their full potential, to make a difference to their lives and act as a role model.
The successful candidate will have experience in developing inventive and engaging teaching strategies in order to drive standards and enhance the educational provision for students. Evidence of achieving successful outcomes at KS4 is desirable, although ECTs will be considered for the post.
Blacon High School prides itself on being relentless in its desire to provide outstanding learning opportunities. In September 2016 we moved into a new state of the art building and a further extension was completed in September 2021 due to the school being oversubscribed for the 4th year. This has enabled the school to grow from 600 to 750 students.
Further information relating to this role can be found in the accompanying documents and by visiting the school website at www.blaconhighschool.net. For an informal discussion, or to arrange a visit please contact Mrs Rachel Hudson, Headteacher, on 01244 371475.
Please apply using the online application form from the Cheshire West and Chester Council website, CVs will not be accepted. Application queries to recruitment@blaconhigh.cheshire.sch.uk.
Blacon High School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought for the successful candidate in accordance with Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education legislation.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 17th December 2024
Please note that interviews for this post will take place on Thursday 19th December 2024