Teacher of Art/Photography The Ripley Academy, Ripley, Derbyshire

Job description

The Ripley Academy is an 11-18 school located in Derbyshire close to Nottingham, Derby and Sheffield and within easy reach of the Peak District. We are a member of the East Midlands Education Trust and work in close partnership with the other academies within the Trust including The West Bridgford School and John Flamsteed Community School.

We are looking to appoint a Teacher of Art to teach across the full range of abilities to A Level, together with the possibility of some Photography teaching for the right candidate.

We welcome applications from teachers who feel they have the ability, enthusiasm and commitment to enhance the lives of students at our Academy; someone who has a true passion for Art as well as the drive and determination to make a significant, positive impact on our students ensuring all achieve their full potential. This post will be particularly suitable for NQTs as support is available within the department.

Our school is a happy, thriving school where the Headteacher is completely committed to raising teaching standards and outcomes for the students of this Academy.

For details of our recent Ofsted visit please see: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/inspection-reports/find-inspection-report/provider/ELS/141259

For further details of the post and an application form, please visit www.emet.academy/vacancies

Closing date for applications is: noon on Monday 3rd February 2020 with interviews to be held shortly after this date.

Completed application forms and letters of application (one side of A4) should be returned to: recruitment@emet.academy

Please note that we are unable to accept CVs for this post.

Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment
The Ripley Academy is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check.

We welcome applications from all who feel they have the qualities to contribute to this Academy regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

Start Date: 1st September 2020

Essential educational requirements

Degree or equivalent

Essential qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status in Art, (or equivalent)

Essential skills and experience

Successfully teaching Art throughout the age and ability range.

NQT evidence of a good school experience.

Knowledge/skills related to teaching Art.

Knowledge of curriculum developments and related matters with regard to the relevant areas of Art.

Knowledge of a wide range of teaching and learning styles.

About The Ripley Academy

Address: Peasehill, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3JQ
Phase: Secondary
Type: Academy
Website: The Ripley Academy website (opens in a new window)