Darton Academy Β· Barnsley, Yorkshire and the Humber
Essential β’ Good degree in an appropriate discipline related to Art & Photography (A/C) β’ Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (A/C) β’ Strong and secure subject knowledge in Art & Photography up to GCSE and/or A Level (A/I) β’ Evidence of good student examination results (A/I/R) β’ Recent and relevant teaching experience (A/I/R) β’ Experience of assessment at key stage 3 and 4 (A/I/R) β’ Awareness of the strategies available for improving the learning and achievement of all students
(A/I) β’ Good understanding of curriculum developments in Art & Photography (A/I) β’ Experience of leading a team (A/I/R) β’ Excellent classroom practitioner that can model best practice (A/I/R) β’ Able to use a range of teaching and learning strategies (A/I) β’ Understands how assessment for learning can improve student performance (A/I) β’ Understands principles of quality learning, teaching and assessment including Academy review and
self-evaluation (A/I/R) β’ Able to apply effective practice and research evidence to improve outcomes (A/I) β’ Confident in the use of standard ICT packages and how these can be used to enhance student
learning (A/I) Able to use student level data to raise standards (A/I) β’ Able to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a team (A/I) β’ Strong enthusiasm for your subject area (A/I) β’ Creative in problem solving together with willingness to take on and try new approaches and ideas
(A/I) β’ Ability to relate to students in a pleasant and sympathetic manner and to recognise potential
safeguarding issues (A/I/R) β’ Able to communicate both orally and in writing to students and their parents/carers (A/I/R) β’ Able to communicate high expectations to all students (A/I/R) β’ Willingness to share good practice across the department and beyond (A/I/R)
Desirable β’ Strong ICT skills including SMART board or Promethean (A/I/R) β’ Strong and secure subject knowledge in your subject area up to A Level (A/I) β’ Experience of assessment at key stage 5 (A/I/R) β’ Curriculum design and management (A/I/R) Key: C β Certificate; A β Application Form; I β Interview; R - Reference