Teacher of Music/Drama and/or Performing Arts
| Posting date: | 30 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 May 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE12 8ER |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | b2d16dc0-7ff4-4d97-a4a6-cd37d0bef88d |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic individual to join our Perform department on a fixed term maternity cover contract, expected to last one year.
We are looking for a strong performer, in the classroom and/or other platforms, a sense of imagination and a commitment to the role, who has a clear ambition and enthusiasm for theatre, music and performance and will be fully involved in school life.
We need someone who can teach drama and music across Key Stages 3 to 4.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• The support of a vibrant and driven senior leadership team, committed to supporting staff with a mindful approach to teacher workload and promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• A fantastic, modern building in a convenient location, within walking distance of several Metro stations and close to Four Lane Ends bus station.
• An evidence-informed approach to CPD, offering tailored professional development opportunities for both teaching and support staff.
• A collaborative, open-door culture that celebrates and shares best practices.
• A strong emphasis on traditional KIDMAP values: Kindness, Integrity, Determination, Manners, Ambition, and Positivity.
• Outstanding support for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and a dedication to developing talent, cultivating excellent leaders, and empowering them to build their own high-performing teams.
• An inspiring and motivated student body, making teaching and learning truly rewarding.
Commitment to safeguarding
Longbenton High School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic individual to join our Perform department on a fixed term maternity cover contract, expected to last one year.
We are looking for a strong performer, in the classroom and/or other platforms, a sense of imagination and a commitment to the role, who has a clear ambition and enthusiasm for theatre, music and performance and will be fully involved in school life.
We need someone who can teach drama and music across Key Stages 3 to 4.
What the school offers its staff
We can offer you:
• The support of a vibrant and driven senior leadership team, committed to supporting staff with a mindful approach to teacher workload and promoting a healthy work/life balance.
• A fantastic, modern building in a convenient location, within walking distance of several Metro stations and close to Four Lane Ends bus station.
• An evidence-informed approach to CPD, offering tailored professional development opportunities for both teaching and support staff.
• A collaborative, open-door culture that celebrates and shares best practices.
• A strong emphasis on traditional KIDMAP values: Kindness, Integrity, Determination, Manners, Ambition, and Positivity.
• Outstanding support for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and a dedication to developing talent, cultivating excellent leaders, and empowering them to build their own high-performing teams.
• An inspiring and motivated student body, making teaching and learning truly rewarding.
Commitment to safeguarding
Longbenton High School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.