Head of Visual Arts/ Visual Arts Teacher

Firbank is seeking an exceptional and passionate professional to join the Visual Arts Department as either Department Head or as a teacher of Visual Arts.The Head of Department role will involve  leading the strategic direction through effective teaching and learning programs, fostering an inclusive and challenging learning environment and engaging with the school community within and beyond the classroom.The key responsibilities include:Leading and inspiring the Visual Arts Department and team;Leading the development and ongoing evaluation of curriculum within the relevant subject area;Mentoring teaching staff within the Department;Overseeing the annual Art Show;Using student assessment results to evaluate teaching and learning programs and inform further planning;Participating in the pastoral care program and other co-curricular activities as required. Applications close 12 December 2019.  Interviews may be conducted prior to applications closing. Firbank is a Child Safe School.  Position description AUD Brighton 3186