Director of Arts and Sports
Sir Herbert Leon Academy, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK2 3HQ13 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 January 2024
Closing date
20 December 2023 at 11:59pm
Date listed
17 November 2023
Job details
Visa sponsorship
- Yes, visa sponsorship available
Subjects
- Art & Design, View all Musicjobs, Physical Education (PE)
Working pattern
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £55,088.00 Annually (Actual) + AET Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional AET Benefits
Director of Arts and Sports job summary
Fern Grove
Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK2 3HQ
United Kingdom
Highly competitive salary, negotiable dependent upon experience + AET Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional AET Benefits
Recruitment and Retention Allowance / Relocation Allowance
Full Time, Permanent
January 2024 start date
ECTS welcome to apply
What kind of music makes your heart sing—folk, tech, or film composition?
Do you believe every child is a musician?
If you do, we want to hear from you!
Whatever your choice, Sir Herbert Leon Academy has a spot for you. Come and teach our vibrant, varied music curriculum and help our students' lives change right now! We think all kids are musicians, but they can only reach their full potential if they are taught by teachers who share our growth mindset.
Our ideal candidate will be extremely passionate about teaching music and be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of the subject. In order to enhance our already excellent teaching staff, the ideal applicant will have a variety of abilities and experiences that they can bring to Sir Herbert Leon Academy.
The Senior Leadership team at the Academy strongly emphasises the well-being of our colleagues, prioritising mental health and a healthy work/life balance. We have implemented systems that empower our staff to thrive, including a centralised behaviour system, a clear management structure, and ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Join us at Sir Herbert Leon Academy, where the commitment to grow strong relationships, prioritising well-being, and striving for excellence in education shapes a community dedicated to the development of every individual.
To find out more about Sir Herbert Leon Academy and what the local area has to offer please Click here.
Please contact us for an informal chat or to arrange a school visit, to arrange please contact Stevie Louise Marshall on smarshall@shlacademy.org
About Academies Enterprise Trust
AET was established in 2008 and is now a national network of 57 primary, secondary, and special schools. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive network which spans nearly every region in England. We want our people to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had, so that we provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of all our people.
AET Staff Benefits
Career development and training: Our approach to educational excellence is underpinned by our Instructional Excellence Programme, delivered through an exciting and pioneering partnership with One World. We also have a long-standing partnership with Ambition Institute, and offer the full suite of Early Career and NPQ programmes, expertly facilitated and tailored to our network and local contexts. Our centralised CPD offer provides network opportunities for both teaching and leadership development, as well as offers tailored to individuals and schools.
- Great pension | Healthcare cashback and helpline | Employee assistance programme
- Free financial advice | Salary advances | Affordable loan scheme | Electric car and bike schemes
- Lifestyle savings | Discounted gym membership | Travel and leisure scheme
The role is due to commence January 2024
Closing date: 20th December 2023
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV’s. Apply today.
Academies Enterprise Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a robust, fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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About Sir Herbert Leon Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 625 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Sir Herbert Leon Academy website (opens in new tab)
About Sir Herbert Leon Academy:
Sir Herbert Leon Academy is an 11-19 Mixed Comprehensive in Bletchley, South Milton Keynes. Our academy has 587 learners and employs around 100 dedicated teachers and support staff. The academy's senior leadership team places high priority on colleagues' mental health and work/life balance and has established systems to allow staff to flourish.
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