Teacher of Expressive Arts

About the School

Inspired by the example of St James, the purpose of our school is 'To educate and develop global Catholic citizens'. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a thriving Catholic community located in Stockport, South of Manchester. The school is oversubscribed and was judged 'Good' by OFSTED in 2022. The Diocese of Shrewsbury also rated it a 'Good' Catholic school. Our school values of Family, Faith and Excellence are lived out daily. We are committed to providing outstanding educational experiences and opportunities. For more information, please contact Kirsty Bowers, PA to the Headteacher, at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or call [contact hidden].

Job Description

Teacher of Expressive Arts

The successful candidate will:

• Ensure an outstanding Catholic educational experience which is engaging and fulfilling for all pupils.
• Deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students within Music and Drama.
• Be accountable for student progress and development within the teaching groups allocated.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of the Music and Drama curriculum.
• Inspire and engage pupils in the vision for the school.
• Set high expectations for quality teaching and learning in Music and Drama classes.
• Ensure planning meets the needs of all learners.
• Deliver engaging lessons with frequent and accurate assessment, feedback and intervention.
• Assist in the development of schemes of work, resources, marking and assessment policies.
• Display highly effective subject knowledge.
• Help foster the spiritual development of pupils in accordance with the school's Mission Statement.
• Promote the school's ethos and culture to the broader community.
• Actively participate in the school's development scheme and professional development.
• Work effectively with Technicians and Teaching Assistants.
• Regularly review own practice and set personal targets.
• Engage in research around current educational initiatives.
• Willingness to deliver extracurricular activities including afterschool sessions.
• Raise the profile of Music and Drama across the school and offer extra-curricular activities such as choir, band, or orchestra.

Person Specification

Essential requirements: Qualified teacher status, graduate qualification, experience of highly effective teaching and learning in Music and Drama, evidence of pupils making highly effective progress, development of good working relationships with parents/stakeholders, experience using data to track and monitor student progress. Desirable: an active member of a Catholic church community, practising Catholic.

How to Apply

Please complete a current CES application form (version 14) and the Model Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Disclosure form. CVs will not be accepted. Email forms to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Closing date: Friday 8th May 2026 at 12noon. Interviews: Wednesday 13th May 2026.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.