Head of Performing Arts at Ninestiles, An Academy

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About this Role

Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement

Success through Endeavour

Ambition through Challenge

Strength through Diversity

Areyou an experienced Leader of Performing Arts or a teacher with outstandingoutcomes looking for a new challenge within an exciting, innovative andsupportive academy?

Would you like to be part of a Trust where your skills andexpertise can be shared across our family of educational establishments? Do youseek a post with amazing opportunities to share your passion for PerformingArts, within an environment where you will be valued and supported?

You will support the Senior Leadership Team in shaping thedirection and development of the team. The post holder will be managingcolleagues and securing, implementing and sustaining high quality teaching andlearning in the subject; all leading to aspirational and successful outcomesfor all Ninestiles learners.

We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas andsupporting each other to achieve great things as we further develop innovativeteaching and learning strategies. The successful candidate will have a keeninterest in innovative teaching strategies and commitment to further developingtheir leadership skills and will have the ability to inspire learners toachieve excellent results.

The role offers excellent opportunities for a well-qualified,creative specialist who will build on the success of the department and who iswilling to commit to extra-curricular activities that add value to the academyand community..

About our Academy

Ninestiles, anAcademy, is proud to be recognised as the TES Inclusive School of theYear 2025, celebrating our commitment to creating a welcoming, diverse, andhigh-achieving environment for all learners.

Following ourmost recent Ofsted inspection in November 2024, we were praised for takingeffective action to maintain the high standards previously identified,reaffirming our status as a 'Good' school. Inspectors highlighted that ourlearners thrive both socially and academically, showing genuine respect forothers' differences-a reflection of our inclusive ethos and high aspirations.

Our pastoralcare is a cornerstone of our success, with highly effective support systems anda staff team that holds consistently high expectations for every learner. AtNinestiles, we focus on securing strong academic outcomes and on preparinglearners to become active, responsible citizens.

Our curriculumis thoughtfully designed by our collaborative leadership team and colleaguesacross Summit Learning Trust to offer breadth and balance. Learners benefitfrom a wide range of subjects at Key Stage 3, laying the foundation forinformed choices at Key Stage 4, where options are tailored to their interestsand abilities.

Beyond theclassroom, our vibrant enrichment programme is a real strength of the school.With over 70 clubs and activities-including sport, music, art, drama, anddebating-students are encouraged to explore their passions and develop newskills.

Join us atNinestiles and be part of a school where inclusion, ambition, and opportunitygo hand in hand

Why Join Summit Learning Trust?

• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
• Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
• The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children's Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact hr.enquiries@summitlearningtrust.org.uk.