Art & Design Teacher – Historic Secondary School in Bath (September Start)
A creative, highly regarded secondary school in Bath is seeking a talented Art & Design Teacher to inspire students across Key Stage 3, 4, and 5 for a permanent September start.
Job Overview
Celebrated for its arts provision and vibrant student exhibitions, this school is looking for an artist-educator capable of teaching fine art, printmaking, digital media, and photography across GCSE and A-Level. The successful candidate will play a central role in guiding students through concept development, technical execution, and portfolio curation.
Working closely with the Art department, you will deliver a rich curriculum that combines traditional techniques with modern visual media. This is a full-time, permanent role.
Key Responsibilities
Teach high-quality Art & Design lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level)
Plan, resource, and execute engaging practical units covering drawing, painting, 3D design, printmaking, and digital media
Guide Sixth Form students through portfolio preparation for entry into art foundation programs and university creative degrees
Organize, curate, and host annual end-of-year art exhibitions and gallery showcases
Maintain high standards of health and safety in art studios, managing materials and equipment safely
The School & What’s on Offer
Creative and supportive secondary school environment
Competitive salary paid to scale on MPS/UPS
Extensive studio space, ceramics facilities, and printmaking equipment
Permanent, full-time contract starting September
Historic Bath location with excellent road and rail connections across Somerset and Wiltshire
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Fine Art, Visual Arts, Art History, or a closely related discipline
Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE and A-Level Art outcomes
Exceptional personal artistic portfolio and mastery of diverse visual media techniques
How to Apply
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this permanent Art position in Bath.
- Locations
- Bath
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