Curriculum Leader of Performing Arts (with Music)

Job Description

Thomas Knyvett College is part of The Howard Partnership Trust which advocates staff well-being and has a range of benefits for staff who work with us. We understand the current context of teaching and are keen to improve while supporting staff in theirown career development and passions. As you will be joining a Trust that spans all phases, mainstream and special provision, we are able to draw on a vast range of expertise and also give variety and opportunity to our staff. Thomas Knyvett College has excellenttransport links being on bus routes, near the Staines by-pass and A30 and is only a six minute walk from Ashford Station.Being part of The Howard Partnership Trust (THPT) will provide you with a wealth of opportunities, including excellent career progression routes. Regardless of your experience or level of responsibility, you will find a range of exciting opportunities toensure that you can constantly develop and progress. THPT Education is a strong element of the trust and provides many opportunities to progress your own learning, including the NPQs such as Leading Teaching’ or NPQSL’.THPT value their staff highly, as reflected in the excellent retention rates across the trust. THPT also operate an extensive Rewards and Benefits Scheme that includes Loyalty & Service Awards, access to discount schemes, membership of the Teacher PensionScheme, and access to the Employee Assistance Programme through Education Support. THPT schools also offer all teachers an additional commuted INSET day in the autumn term to support staff wellbeing. We also have a fully equipped gym at Thomas Knyvett College,which staff have access to use before or after school.All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations. The Howard Partnership Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status,disability, race, age or sexual orientation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates from diverse backgrounds in order that our staff reflect the rich diversity of our community.All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.We are keen to recruit teachers to join our journey To excel at Bringing out the Best’ in students of all abilities, increasing their life-chances for future success and fulfilment’ and look forward to meeting you.The Howard Partnership Trust (THPT) is a Surrey based Multi-Academy Trust, comprising four secondary, six primary schools and three special schoolsThis is a full-time, permanent role.Salary: FTE £31,350 to £47,839pa Start: ASAPWe are happy to receive a full CV in the first instance to be considered before a full application is made. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and innovative Curriculum Leader of Performing Arts (with Music) to join our Creative Arts Faculty. Thomas Knyvett College is on an exciting, rapid school improvement journey and we’d like you tobe a part of it. We are looking for a leader with the passion to work with students who need them most and who can make a real difference in the lives of young people, especially for those who are disadvantaged. We are looking for someone who has the abilityto create a nurturing learning environment and who puts students first.A Recruitment and Retention Allowance may be available for experienced staff, who are seeking opportunities to develop their leadership.Teaching and learning is at the heart of everything we do at Thomas Knyvett College. We prioritise planning time for teachers by offering all staff PPA time above the 10% national average. Thomas Knyvett College is a place where you really do have the spaceto teach. We encourage colleagues to try new things, take risks and have fun in the classroom. Our teachers are encouraged to be themselves whilst reflecting on the latest developments in pedagogy and how they can be applied. Central to our ethos are the positiverelationships and personalised approach which we take with all our students.As a Thomas Knyvett College teacher, you will be fully supported both within the faculty and by the senior leadership team. Our family of staff and students make this a rewarding place to work.Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.Essential CriteriaValues and BehavioursThe Howard Partnership Trust is a values-based organisation which seeks to recruit individuals who can demonstrate our values.Our values will be assessed through the selection process. We therefore ask all applicants, when providing their supporting statement, to incorporate not only how they meet the essential criteria for the role but to also how they demonstrate our values.Our THPT values are:

• Integrity - displaying honesty and having strong moral principles
• Partnership - working together and taking collective ownership to achieve the same goals
• Advocacy - working hard on behalf of others to maximise their success
• Resilience - finding success again after something difficult or negative has happened
• Compassion - displaying empathy towards and a desire to help others
• Aspiration - aiming high to achieve success

Safeguarding and Further InformationThe successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).The Howard Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Required skills

• Arts
• Performing Arts
• Teacher