School 21 Candidate Information Pack:
Art and Design Practitioner
or of Digital and Creative Media and ICT
WELCOME TO SCHOOL 21
Dear Potential Candidate,
I truly believe that this is one of the most exciting
opportunities to do something ground-breaking in
education. You don’t get many opportunities in a
career to shape a new school. But this is your
chance. School 21 is founded on a belief that if we
build a team of extraordinary teachers and give
them the support, then the result will be incredible
learning opportunities for our children.
At School 21 we believe that ‘today matters’. Of
course, we are preparing children for success in
the future but we want each day to be fulfilling
and enjoyable. For staff and students the purpose
of each day at school is to craft beautiful work and
make a difference to the world.
School 21 is a special place to work; it is bringing
learning and teaching alive for the 21st century.
We want to give teachers the chance to be
creative, collaborative and develop the skills, passions and attributes in all children.
Our commitment is to give children, who often
face challenges and hardship in their lives, the
chance to grow and flourish.
If you are interested come and visit our school,
talk to the children and teachers, and discuss how
you can help write the next chapter of our exciting
story.
With best wishes,
Ofsted “Outstanding”
In June 2014 School 21 was graded as
‘Outstanding’ in all categories, in its first Ofsted
inspection since opening Many of the findings
reflected the impact of our innovation: "Pupils
across the school make exceptional progress."
"Pupils have excellent attitudes to learning, impeccable manners and show respect for everyone.” Through project-based learning "pupils
achieve remarkable standards of work and
demonstrated knowledge and skills at levels beyond those expected for their age group." “Pupils
talk and discuss with a maturity and confidence
that is remarkable for their years."
Peter Hyman
Headteacher
Pitchford Street, Stratford, London E15 4RZ
Telephone: 020 8262 2121 www.school21.org
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ABOUT SCHOOL 21
School 21 is a pioneering new 4 to 18 school in Stratford, East
London, for girls and boys and children of all abilities, backgrounds and races. We have just 25 pupils in a year group and
from September 2015 we will have Year 7 to 10 and Reception
to Year 3.
Founded by teachers and educationalists, we have the energy,
flexibility and team work to make a real impact on students’
lives and learning. We have a sense of purpose and mission
which comes from serving children who despite living in a socially disadvantaged and at times challenging environment
have huge potential. Most of all we are building into our
structures and ethos new ways of educating students for the
21st century.
In September 2013, we moved into our new purpose designed
buildings. We are heavily oversubscribed, partly as a result of
having forged a very strong partnership between students,
staff, parents and the wider community.
OUR VALUES AND BELIEFS
Our values of integrity (being true to your word) and humanity
(looking out for each other) guide everything that staff and
students do. We are creating a “family” atmosphere where
every child has the chance to find their voice, be supported in
everything they do, and be given the rich range of opportunities that will inspire them to enjoy school and make rapid
progress.
Six attributes shape our curriculum, and shape the growth of
each student: professionalism, grit, expertise, eloquence,
craftsmanship and spark. Each of these attributes have a programme behind them and are integrated into lessons to ensure they are developed fully.
Our assemblies and coaching time are central to our philosophy. This is where we develop the well-being and aspirations
of every child. Our assemblies, conducted in the round, and
using drama and oracy techniques allow students to think, engage and talk from the moment they get into school in the
morning.
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IMPORTANT FEATURES OF
SCHOOL 21
School 21 is a rich learning environment for both staff and students. It has some key design features:
 English Language is at the heart of everything we do with students given the chance to develop
their reading and writing skills every day.
 Oracy/speaking is a particular focus of the school, with opportunities to explore talk, in a range of
settings built into the fabric of the school day. Working with Cambridge University we are developing a groundbreaking oracy diagnostic tool, a curriculum and teacher toolkit.
 Well-being and growth. Our small class sizes and support staff in each class mean that more time
can be spent really understanding the needs of each child. Our well-being curriculum and one to
one coaching (all teachers are trained in these techniques) mean that all pupils are supported and
none fall through the cracks.
 Project Based Learning. As well as teaching in discrete subjects, teachers collaborate to design
projects with real world products and outcomes. We have a secondee from High Tech High in San
Diego, one of the worlds’ leading PBL schools, working with us at School 21 to design these
projects.
 Integration of new technology. Through sophisticated on-line resources and blogs, teachers are
sharing resources. Students are beginning to integrate new technology, iPods and iPads into their
learning experiences.
 All-through school collaboration. One great advantage of our all through school is that primary
and secondary teachers can share teaching and learning ideas, train together and ensure that our
children have a variety of rich experiences.
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A NEW TYPE OF LEARNING, A
NEW KIND OF TEACHING
We want all our teachers to teach excellent and innovative lessons consistently and be able to coach
others to do the same. Successful candidates will be excited at working collaboratively across disciplines to deliver rich learning experiences and be keen to develop different pedagogies. We believe
that the combined power of flexible teaching styles and pedagogies, adaptable learning spaces and
different group sizes to meet different curriculum needs is a potent way to improve learning. Teachers
undertake lesson study, research and varied training to improve their practice. Whether it is 15 students debating around a Harkness table, 25 designing a project, or 12 developing their well-being, we
want to match our teaching to students’ passions and needs.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
An important part of our vision is real world learning and School 21 is forging great partnerships with
the local community. We have worked closely with a number of theatre companies, developed placements and visits to local businesses, and produced project performances and exhibitions that have
made a big impact in the community—ranging from events for the elderly to Human Rights projects.
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JOB PROFILE
Title:
Salary:
Start date:
Contract:
Art and Design Practitioner
Inner London (competitive salary and TLR based on experience and skills)
September 2015
Full time, permanent, subject to an enhanced DBS check
School 21 is a pioneering new school that
opened in September 2012 in Stratford, East
London.
This is an exciting role for someone who
wants to get involved in the incredible real
world projects being developed at School 21
in both primary and secondary schools. Project based learning is all about creating beautiful work through multiple drafts. Those
products might be 3D sculptures, installations, paintings, graphic novels, published
books. They might involve making products
involving science, engineering and maths
skills for example robots or cars. We are looking for a creative practitioner who work with
students to create these products.
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Each term the school showcases the beautiful
work of students in exhibitions. These exhibitions take over the school with drama productions, art, written work, sculptures all being
displayed in powerful ways. Part of your role
would be to help shape, curate and develop
these exhibitions.
The third aspect to the role will be as an art
and design technician, making sure that each
project has the right materials, spaces and
equipment to be used on each project. The
role will also involve building up a network of
partners to work with us on that we build
partnerships and use the expertise of outside
practitioners and that students and teachers
have the with outside
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JOB DESCRIPTION
POST:
Art and
Design
Practitioner
Supporting
projects
Collaboration
Other
professional
requirements
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Art and Design practitioner
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To generate ideas for amazing end products for our projects in both primary and
secondary settings using a range of techniques, media and materials
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To work with teachers from different subject disciplines to plan, develop and
work with students on projects
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To provide in-class support for students in art lessons and project lessons
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To provide links and partnerships to professionals and organisations to enhance
art and design
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To use new technology to enhance projects
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Preparing rooms prior to lessons and ensuring they are cleared up properly after
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Preparing of materials
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To be a creative thinker about projects and pedagogies
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To carry out other reasonable tasks from time to time as directed by the
Headteacher
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To contribute to the strategic direction of the school
To teach workshops and enrichment clubs to groups of students to enhance
their skills and develop projects
Inventory control and audits of use
Ordering of equipment and supplies
Maintaining equipment and work spaces
Preparing for exhibitions
Displaying work around the school (inside and outside) and ensuring it is maintained to a high standard
Helping students as appropriate
Assisting in the organisation of school trips
To work with colleagues to plan projects
To reflect constantly on what and how children learn
To be interested in cutting edge techniques and research
To use E-Learning as a collaborative and creative tool for both students and staff
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
Professional Practice
 Qualified to work in the UK
 A growth mindset and willingness to con-
Knowledge
 Knowledge of a range of artistic and design
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techniques and media
Knowledge of
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Experience
 Experience of working with young people to
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create projects
Experience of being part of high level creative projects
Experience of working with creative practitioners
Experience of having designed, implemented and evaluated effective, imaginative and
stimulating projects with stunning end
products
Successful experience of providing enhancement and enrichment activities
Experience of supporting students of all
abilities to make excellent progress
Experience of curating/developing exhibitions
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stantly learn new skills
Excellent practitioner
Excellent team player and collaborator
Effective and systematic positive behaviour
management: rewards and sanctions
Good communication, planning and
organisational skills
Demonstrates resilience, motivation and
commitment to driving up standards of
achievement
Acts as a role model to staff and students
Commitment to regular and on-going professional development and training to establish outstanding classroom practice
Effective and systematic positive behaviour
management: clear boundaries, rewards,
praise, sanctions
Uses new technology effectively to enhance
learning
Enlists outside practitioners and resources
to enhance learning
Collaborates with professionals and draws
on a wide range of research, techniques and
experiences
21st Century Skills
 Share School 21’s vision for learning and
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teaching
The ability to work with colleagues from all
subjects to enrich the curriculum
A good understanding of strategies to support the development of literacy, numeracy
and thinking skills
Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Passion, resilience, integrity and optimism
A belief in the unlimited potential of every
student and a commitment of inclusive
educational provision
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HOW TO APPLY
Your completed application form should be submitted electronically
to: [email protected] or by post to:
School 21, Pitchford Street, London E15 4RZ.
All received applications will be acknowledged electronically.
Please ensure the application form is saved to include your name at
the beginning of the title. In compliance with Safer Recruitment
guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about this role, please
email Anne Shaker at the email address above.
Closing date: Monday, 27th April at 5pm
Likely interview date: w/c 4th May, 2015
School 21 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young
people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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