One year maternity cover in first instance
Holyhead School is a heavily over-subscribed, 11-19 Academy in Handsworth with over 1300 students on roll. The school is a National Leader in Education/National Support School and was designated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following a successful inspection in December 2013. Inspectors highlighted a number of key reasons for the school’s success including:
Teachers have high expectations of all students, regardless of their ability
Relationships are excellent and are built on respect and trust
Students from many different backgrounds and cultures get on very well together
Staff morale is high
GCSE results across a range of subjects are significantly better than those of similar schools, representing outstanding progress
Students’ achievement in the Sixth Form is outstanding
The Music Department has a successful, international profile having recently performed in Vienna and Jamaica and residencies at Birmingham Rep and Symphony Hall
We are looking for:
A well-qualified, creative and dynamic Music specialist
An engaging and forward thinking teacher who will build on the success of the department across all three Key Stages
A dedicated professional with a commitment to extra curricular activities that add value for students
We can offer:
Excellent students and staff who will enthuse and inspire the successful candidate
The opportunity to join a highly innovative and successful department
A friendly and supportive working environment
A comprehensive induction programme and the opportunity to engage in further professional development
A recruitment and retention allowance and an enhanced starting salary for an exceptional/experienced candidate
An ideal opportunity for a newly qualified teacher. A July start for an NQT is available
The Music Department at Holyhead has an outstanding track record. If you feel that you could bring further impetus to our drive to improve the provision for our students and have the necessary energy, enthusiasm and sense of humour to take us forward in this exciting curriculum area then please contact Mrs Jennifer Bent, PA to The Principal, and ask for an application pack. Alternatively, the information can be downloaded from our website.
Informal enquiries are most welcome. Please note applications only accepted on the official Holyhead School job application form.
Closing date: 3:30pm on Wednesday 20th May 2015
Holyhead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful candidates.
Milestone Lane, Holyhead Road, Handsworth, Birmingham B21 OHN
T: 0121 523 1960
F: 0121 523 1969
E: enquiry@holyheadschool.com
www.holyheadschool.com
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