Creative Arts Teacher: Photography, Art or 3D (Maternity Cover)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialism in photography, fine art or

three-dimensional design

Job summary

The Gryphon School is seeking a maternity cover teacher to deliver art subjects within the Art and Creative Design department, teaching across the full age and ability range with a focus on photography, fine art or art 3D.

We value practical exploration, high-quality teaching, and participation in extra-curricular projects. The post starts in January 2027 and runs until December 2027, with visa sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge and genuine passion for photography, art and/or art 3D.
• Inspirational, enthusiastic teaching that engages students across the full age and ability range.
• Confidence to combine traditional creative approaches with contemporary technologies and processes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to celebrate and promote high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach photography, art or art 3D to students across the full age and ability range.
• Encourage experimentation, creativity, independence and exploration through practical, imaginative learning.
• Combine traditional creative approaches with contemporary technologies and processes.
• Support, challenge and inspire students through consistently high-quality teaching and learning.
• Develop students' skills, confidence and understanding of the creative process.
• Celebrate and promote high-quality teaching and learning.
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities, exhibitions, competitions, trips and wider creative projects.
• Contribute fully to the life of the school and the department.
• Share ideas and learn from colleagues within the department and across the school.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Inspirational teaching

Tech integration

Communication

Teaching excellence

Job description

The Gryphon School is seeking a maternity cover teacher to deliver art subjects within the Art and Creative Design department, teaching across the full age and ability range with a focus on photography, fine art or art 3D.

We value practical exploration, high-quality teaching, and participation in extra-curricular projects. The post starts in January 2027 and runs until December 2027, with visa sponsorship not available.