Your New Academy

The Person

This specification is used to guide selection and gives an outline of the type of person and the characteristics needed to fulfil this role.

Essential - without which candidate would be rejected
Desirable - useful for choosing between two good candidates

Essential	Desirable
Commitment: To using the Academy’s independence to develop innovative practice and transform learning To raising standards To enabling all students to experience a wide range of music To working in partnership with other local schools and the wider community To working in a multi-ethnic environment promoting social cohesion and challenging social barriers to progress To equality principles and practice To the success of the Academy and of its students
Qualifications Qualified Teacher Status Degree Suitable Music Qualifications
Experience Newly Qualified Teacher or Qualified Teacher Status A proven track record of raising standards for pupils of all abilities in a challenging environment on teaching practice or in a post Use of innovative approaches to teaching and learning Experience of assisting in the organisation of school or other musical performances Experience of providing a positive and supportive presence in the daily operations of the school	Experience Working with a school in challenging circumstances An understanding of the Academy specialism Experience of working in a specialist school
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Thorough knowledge and understanding of current curriculum developments and how students learn Ability to play an instrument or a range of instruments to a high level Understanding of the principles of school improvement and effectiveness Demonstrable ability to plan effectively Ability to analyse and interpret student performance data and set challenging but realistic targets Ability to ensure an ethos and structure for managing behaviour which enables all pupils to achieve Ability to work effectively as part of a school team and with students and parents	Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Understanding of issues related to challenging schools
Equality Issues Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of equality issues and legislation Able to integrate quality policies into service delivery and employment practices	Equality Issues
Other Requirements Ability to work under pressure Ability to prioritise Ability to accept responsibility for problems that may arise and actively seek solutions	Other Requirements