Art Teacher (KS3–KS4) — GCSE Specialist

Bidvane; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Milton Keynes Academy invites applications for a motivated Art teacher to join the Art & Design Department on maternity cover. The post teaches Art across KS3 and KS4, contributes to KS3 Design & Technology, and supports students' progress through engaging lessons. It is a 32.5-hour, Monday‑to‑Friday role, with hours 8:25am–3:25pm, delivering the OCR Art & Design GCSE.

Applicants need QTS and an Art-related degree; appointment is subject to enhanced DBS, barred-list and reference checks.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the National Curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
• Experience using assessment, feedback and data to support progress.
• Strong communication, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Ability to motivate and support students of varying abilities and backgrounds.
• Collaborative working with colleagues, parents and external partners.
• Commitment to professional development and sharing best practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach Art at KS3 and KS4.
• Contribute to Design & Technology at KS3.
• Deliver engaging lessons across artistic processes, techniques, materials and influences.
• Teach the OCR Art & Design GCSE specification.
• Develop students' artistic skills, creativity and progress.
• Work with colleagues to share expertise and develop teaching practice.
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment.
• Help maintain a safe environment and promote welfare of children and young people.

Education

Art degree with significant content

QTS

Job description

The Milton Keynes Academy invites applications for a motivated Art teacher to join the Art & Design Department on maternity cover. The post teaches Art across KS3 and KS4, contributes to KS3 Design & Technology, and supports students' progress through engaging lessons. It is a 32.5-hour, Monday‑to‑Friday role, with hours 8:25am–3:25pm, delivering the OCR Art & Design GCSE.

Applicants need QTS and an Art-related degree; appointment is subject to enhanced DBS, barred-list and reference checks.