Job Vacancies

The Fernwood School converted to Academy Status in May 2011 and enjoyed an excellent OfSTED inspection in April 2012, it offers:

Leading Edge Status
An outstanding record for GCSE & Value-added achievement
Adiverse, 11-16 multicultural and positive pupil population, and
A dynamic professional environment with a dedicated, innovative and talented teaching team.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau.

Teaching Vacancies

Required for September 2013

Head of Drama TLR2

The Fernwood School enjoys an excellent reputation. It is an oversubscribed 11-16 school which achieved ‘outstanding’ in all categories from Ofsted in April 2012.

We wish to appoint a candidate to the above post who:

• is, first and foremost, an excellent classroom teacher • has a passion for Drama and a commitment to extra-curricular Performing Arts • has the vision, drive and skills to contribute to the school’s further success and development. • has the leadership skills and experience to make a significant impact on raising the quality of teaching and learning • has strong interpersonal skills and builds positive relationships with children and colleagues.

Application forms and further details are available from the HR Officer, Mrs M Sheehan to whom completed application forms should be returned.

The Fernwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring) check.

Job Description – Head of Drama – April 13

general background to Fernwood

The Drama Department at The Fernwood School

Teaching Staff Application Form