Alevel Art & Photography Teacher (Maternity Cover/Part Time)

TES FE News; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A London-based school is seeking a committed Art & Photography Teacher for a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover role starting in January 2026. The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree, and will engage students through high-quality lessons and collaborative planning. Benefits include professional development, a generous pension scheme, and more.

Benefits

Professional development and career progression

Generous pension scheme

Gym Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status.
• Degree in the subject area.
• Experience in delivering high-quality lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality lessons in line with school vision.
• Engage in collaborative planning.
• Plan and lead educational trips to enhance learning.

Skills

Creativity

Effective communication skills

Collaborative planning

Education

Degree in Art or Photography

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Job Overview

If you are looking for your next role in Teaching, we would love to hear from you! Coombe Wood School of GLT have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Art & Photography Teachers to join our existing Art Department team on a part-time/Fixed Term Contract for Maternity Cover.

We are looking for someone who holds Qualified Teacher Status and a degree in the specified subject area.

As Teacher of Photography/Art you will ensure high standards of teaching, learning and assessment. Other responsibilities will include:

• Deliver high quality lessons in the spirit of the vision for learning set out by the Leadership Group of the school and the Learning and Teaching principles of the school.
• Plan effectively for high quality teaching, learning and assessment through the creative design and effective implementation of Assessment Schedules and Schemes of Work.
• Engage in a collaborative approach to planning as far as possible.
• Engage in or deliver appropriate Continual Professional Development opportunities to enhance the quality of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Maintain a high awareness of current pedagogical and subject specific developments and adopt as appropriate.
• Assist in, and engage with, the monitoring and evaluation of the quality of teaching, learning and assessment within your Subject Area, in line with school policy, through the frequent use of learning observations, drop ins, works samples, student/parent/staff voice and assessment moderation.
• Ensure homework is used effectively to enhance and develop student learning.
• Accept and use regular feedback from monitoring and evaluation exercises.
• Plan and lead high quality educational trips and events that will enhance learning.
• Create a high quality learning environment in the Subject Area through learning focussed displays and resources.

Why join School name and Greenshaw Learning Trust?

At Coombe Wood School, our mission is to provide an ambitious and aspirational education that challenges students academically, encourages their creativity and cultural engagement, and fosters the development of essential personal skills.

We believe that every child’s immense potential must be discovered, nurtured and fully realised. In our supportive environment, they will thrive.

We are committed to being the healthiest school in the country: fit for movement, fit for learning, and fit for life, where each student’s unique qualities are recognised, celebrated and developed.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools.

We Offer Our Staff a Range Of Benefits Including

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 12th October 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. This post will have a start date of January 2026.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.