Teacher of Art

We are seeking a dedicated and inspiring Art Teacher to join our creative arts department. Our aim is to deliver a rich and ambitious curriculum that nurtures artistic confidence, technical skill and creative thinking. We are committed to preparing students for studying Art beyond GCSE and equipping them with the ability to experiment, interpret visual ideas and develop informed, personal responses to the world around them.,

• Be willing to teach Art across all key stages
• Be enthusiastic and passionate about Art and committed to improving the life chances of students in their care
• Be forward thinking, creative, receptive to change and able to work with the team
• Be willing to develop a strong knowledge of the curriculum and its means of delivery
• Have the ability to develop strong relationships with students
  
  The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust. We proudly serve our local community and are, once again, oversubscribed with student applicants. Our core purpose is to strive for exceptional student progress and wellbeing. Our teaching staff are well-supported in developing an outstanding curriculum alongside a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.
We know that we get the best out of all our staff when we invest in them. Staff are trusted and their professional development is a key priority. Colleagues have access to an extensive programme of internal and external training opportunities and being part of one of the largest trusts in the country ensures our colleagues' excellent career opportunities. The school is an exciting and innovative place to work. Why work at The Beacon School You will:
• Join an exceptionally warm and welcoming team of staff
• Teach students who want to learn
• Be supported by a highly experienced team in the Faculty
• Have access to an excellent programme of CPD
• Have the opportunity to be coached and/or become a coach
• Be able to collaborate and develop your career alongside other colleagues from across the 43 GLF Schools
• Receive a laptop and the use of IRIS technology to help you shape your teaching
• There is a large range of extra-curricular activities and visits to become involved with and a strong and supportive staff body with a number of staff social events.
Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
  
  GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive Teachers pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model