Teacher of Art

JOB TITLE Teacher of Art and Design Technology

CONTRACT TYPE Temporary / 1.0 FTE (Maternity Cover)

ACCOUNTABLE TO Subject Leader / Senior Leadership Team

GRADE MPS

REQUIRED 1 September 2024

The Art and Design Technology Department

At Whitworth Park Academy, our faculty of Art and Design Technology is led by a team of

dedicated and experienced teachers, committed to nurturing the creativity of our

children. Through collaborative efforts, we support each other by exchanging creative

ideas and expertise.

In our art curriculum, Ks3 children embark on a journey that is underpinned with the formal elements. They work through engaging themes, developing skills and knowledge of artists and designers in both historical and contemporary contexts, expressing their individual talents through 2d and 3d outcomes. Children experience art, craft and design, textiles and photography.

In design technology, Ks3 children rotate across specialisms including food, graphics,

product design and electronics. They design and make products that meet the needs of

identified users, responding to creative briefs that develop technical knowledge and

understanding of tools, materials and processes.

At Ks4, we offer AQA art, craft and design, 3d design, photography and from September

2024, textiles. These courses are extremely popular and successful.

Our faculty is well resourced with subject specialist classrooms/workshops, two computer suites and break out area for high quality displays.

We are seeking a dynamic, passionate and outstanding teacher to support our successful

team in a maternity cover position. Our faculty prides itself on its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to excellence.

The Person

• Inspirational and well-qualified teacher.

• Has high expectations for all pupils.

• Possesses excellent listening and communication skills.

• Displays a high level of organisational skills, both verbal and written.

• Displays a high level of organisational and time management proficiency.

• Cultivates a positive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.

• Exemplifies the values and ethos of the school as a positive role model. Whitworth Park Academy | Children at the heart of everything we do

• Collaborates as a team player, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to contributing actively to a full program of extra-activities.

• Exhibits excellent people management skills.