Expressive Arts Pedagogical Lead - Cwmbran High School

Salary: TPS\/UPS plus TLR 2B £6,888 (plus 5.5% Teacher's pay award)

It is vital that you demonstrate how you meet the 'essential' criteria listed in the attached Person Specification, in order to secure an interview: How to apply - guidance for applicants | Torfaen County Borough Council .

Cwmbran High School are seeking to employ an outstanding, energetic and enthusiastic Expressive Arts Pedagogical Leader to commence April 2025.

The successful candidate would possess a degree in Performing Arts, drama or music based subject or equivalent. They must also have thorough understanding of developments in the teaching of the expressive arts, exceptional understanding and awareness of a range of high-quality teaching and learning styles and be an excellent classroom practitioner, and to impact on rapid pupil progress.

The successful candidate will possess a clear understanding of current educational changes in Wales and recognise the opportunities the new Curriculum for Wales enables.

It is desirable that the candidate has recent experience of teaching and leading an expressive arts based subject and can competently demonstrate an improvement in the last 3 years with outstanding outcomes.

It is vital that the candidate possess an excellent understanding of strategies for raising standards and pupil progress and recognise that pupil achievement across a faculty stems from inspirational leadership and excellent grasp of pedagogy.

For an informal discussion regarding the application process and vacancy please contact Mr C Cule (Headteacher's PA) to discuss this opportunity further. christopher.cule@chs.schoolsedu.org.uk Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Appointment to this post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check. This post requires registration with the EWC - Education Workforce Council.

Shortlisting: w/c Monday 20th January 2025
Interviews: Thursday 23rd January 2025
Start Date: Monday 28th April 2025