Ladybridge High School is a happy and successful school with a clear mission and agreed beliefs that are shared across the school community. We are focused on achieving strong academic outcomes through a rounded education that prepares our learners for life. A film about our distinctive ethos and approach can be seen via this link and is also available at the bottom of this page. We are committed to our ‘Trivium’ approach to education, which is summarised on a downloadable document below.
The wonderfully diverse population of learners, the emphasis on professional learning for staff and the friendly atmosphere make Ladybridge an interesting and enjoyable place to work. We aspire to be an ‘evidence-informed’ school where teachers are encouraged to read, research, collaborate and take calculated risks in the classroom.
All teaching staff at Ladybridge have a generous allocation of non-contact time: typically 20%, which is double the legal minimum requirement. This ensures that our staff have the time to carry out their role to the highest possible standard, whilst having a genuine work-life balance. The role is predominantly focused around teaching music, with a smaller allocation of teaching hours for drama. Ideally, the successful candidate will also be able to offer some 1:1/1:2 instrumental lessons as part of the role.
Our Music Department is well resourced with a ‘live music’ room containing a wide range of instruments and a technology suite with Apple Mac computers and Ableton Push devices. We have a strong belief in learning music practically and have fully embedded the Musical Futures philosophy to all our schemes of learning. Our Drama department is also well supported, offering a range of performance opportunities for learners. As a result, this is a popular option at key stage four for our learners.
The application process
Interested colleagues should complete the application form and submit, with a letter of application to outline how your experiences to date prepare you for this role.
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 20th June 2023 at 9.00am
Shortlisting: Wednesday 21st June 2023
Interviews will be held: Monday 26th June 2023
This is a unique opportunity to transform young people’s lives, and to develop professionally, in a distinctive and rapidly improving school.
Please send completed applications to Miss M Johns, HR & Cover Manager at Ladybridge High School, New York, Bolton BL3 4NG or by email to HR@ladybridgehigh.co.uk
Ladybridge High School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Key Information
