Teacher of Art
Ormiston Bridge Academy, London, SW6 6HB28 days remaining to apply
Start date details
April 2025
Closing date
12 February 2025 at 5pm
Date listed
13 January 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- Art & Design, Special Needs
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £38,766.00 - £60,092.00 Annually (Actual) MPS-UPS3
Teacher of Art job summary
Located in Hammersmith and Fulham, Ormiston Bridge Academy is a secondary alternative provision (AP) academy that provides full-time education and support for up to 50 learners who are not accessing mainstream schools. We have an inclusive philosophy and believe passionately in giving every learner we meet many chances to succeed.
This is an incredible opportunity for a Teacher of Art to make a difference and join a great team of people within a supportive, values-led organisation for 0.8 FTE. As an Art Teacher at Ormiston Bridge Academy, you will have the unique opportunity to ignite creativity and foster self-expression in students who may have faced challenges in more traditional educational settings. You will be responsible for delivering engaging and thought-provoking Art lessons that cater to a diverse group of students, encouraging them to discover their artistic potential and express themselves through a variety of mediums.
About Ormiston Academies Trust
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
Our key values are:
- Anyone can excel: you don’t have to be exceptionally bright or naturally gifted in order to excel at something. We know hard work, determination and perseverance pay off.
- Enjoy the challenge: just because something might be hard, it doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. We know it’s okay to face setbacks too – they can make you stronger.
- Share what is best: if you’ve done something or created something others would benefit from seeing or having, you should share it. We know our schools keep getting better when we all share what is best.
- Be inclusive: every child and adult should respect and accept that difference is normal, that everyone should be welcomed and included.
Benefits that care for you:
When you join us at Ormiston, you can expect robust and holistic support from us to enable you to excel in your role. Our benefits package includes:
- Commitment to your continued professional development
- Local Government Pension Scheme contributions
- Season Ticket loan scheme
- Employee Benefits and Wellbeing package
- Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
How to apply:
To apply, please submit your completed application and supporting statement by 5pm 12 February 2025. A full job description and person specification is attached.
Ormiston Bridge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs are not accepted.
About Ormiston Bridge Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 5 to 16
- School size
- 43 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Ormiston Bridge Academy website (opens in new tab)
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