About the role “Ashton Community Science College is a Good School”. (Ofsted 2023)
Due to the promotion of the current postholder, the Governors wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and well-qualified Head of Music to lead our music department as it moves into the next stage of its development. Ashton Community Science College is an 11-16 mixed school and was rated as Good by Ofsted in the last inspection in 2023.
Our goal is to be an outstanding High School and we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well qualified teacher to teach across the full ability and age range, who is committed to raising standards by inspiring learners. If you believe that young people deserve nothing less than the best and have the passion, drive and ambition to make a difference as a leader in a creative subject area, you would be a welcome addition to our school family.
The successful candidate will:
· Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a proven track record of exam performance
· Have a strong commitment to engaging students of all abilities
· Be innovative and inspirational in their classroom delivery
· Have a strong desire to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school
We welcome applications from experienced teachers who are ready for the next stage in their career development. They should have an enthusiasm for their subject and for working with young people, with a real interest in a wide range of teaching and learning approaches and enjoy working in, as well as leading, a team. A full programme of support is available as part of our commitment to investing in high-quality staff
ACSC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to provide a disclosure from Disclosure Barring Service before any appointment is confirmed.
Application documents are available to download in the vacancies section of the school website http://www.ashtoncsc.lancs.sch.uk/job-vacancies
Applications should be submitted electronically by 9am Monday 16th November.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 25th November.
Covering letters should be no longer than 2 sides of A4, 12 point font using Century Gothic.
Please note we regret we are unable to contact individual applicants who may be unsuccessful at this time.