CORE PURPOSE

We are seeking an imaginative, articulate, and skilled Art Teacher to deliver inspiring visual arts education across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 GCSE Art & Design, and Key Stage 5 A-Level Fine Art. Working within an established Creative Arts faculty, the successful candidate will foster artistic expression, refine core technical skills across varied media, and build students' critical understanding of art history and contemporary visual culture.

THE SCHOOL

Set on a modern campus featuring spacious art studios, digital media suites, ceramics facilities, and dedicated exhibition spaces, this welcoming secondary school supports over 1,100 pupils aged 11–18 across Derbyshire. The school prides itself on a broad, inclusive curriculum that values creative disciplines alongside academic rigor. The Art department is a vibrant creative environment, regularly hosting student showcases, gallery study trips, and collaborative community art projects.

KEY TASKS & DAILY OPERATIONS

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver dynamic practical and theoretical art lessons across KS3, KS4 (AQA/OCR GCSE Art & Design), and KS5 (A-Level Fine Art), developing skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media.

• Portfolio & NEA Moderation: Guide students through Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) coursework and practical exam projects, cultivating rigorous sketchbook practice, conceptual research, and refined final outcomes.

• Studio & Safety Management: Maintain clean, safe, and inspiring art studios, managing inventory for art consumables, specialized equipment, and ensuring compliance with COSHH safety standards.

• Exhibitions & Enrichment: Organize annual student art displays, lead after-school art clubs, and assist post-16 pupils preparing digital portfolios for specialist higher education and art foundation applications.

• Pastoral Responsibilities: Act as a dedicated Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing, academic progress, and personal development within the school's pastoral system.

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or QTLS with a degree in Fine Art, Art & Design, or a closely related visual arts discipline. Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and experienced secondary practitioners are equally encouraged to apply.

• Experience: Track record of delivering Art & Design within a UK mainstream secondary school or academy setting across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with A-Level teaching experience being advantageous.

• Skills: Excellent personal artistic capability across various techniques, strong classroom management during practical lessons, deep knowledge of exam board assessment criteria, and the ability to stretch high-attaining creative students.

REGIONAL CONTEXT

• Local Area & Community: Situated in the picturesque East Midlands county of Derbyshire, the school serves a proud and close-knit local community. Derbyshire blends historic market towns, former industrial heritage, and rich cultural traditions with breath-taking natural landscapes—most notably the Peak District National Park, historic estates like Chatsworth House, and vibrant artistic communities.

• Transport & Commuting: Derbyshire offers strong regional road and transit connectivity. Positioned within easy reach of the main M1 motorway corridor (Junctions 28 to 30), the A38, and the A6, commuting across Derby, Chesterfield, Sheffield, and Nottingham is convenient. Local public transit is supported by comprehensive bus networks and regional rail hubs providing direct lines across the East Midlands and South Yorkshire.

APPLICATION INTAKE

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process.