Teacher of Art

ISC group; Bramley; Remote; GBP 15.000 - 21.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

St Catherine's is seeking a passionate Art practitioner to teach across the Senior School, including GCSE and A Level. The role covers Key Stage 3 Fine Art and Ceramics, alongside A Level Photography, with a range of disciplines and Photoshop knowledge advantageous.

We welcome both early career teachers and experienced practitioners who can inspire pupils in a vibrant, well-resourced environment and contribute to enrichment activities and exhibitions across the department.

Qualifikationen

• Passion for Art and ability to inspire students through imaginative teaching.
• Strong understanding of the formal elements of Art and their application across media.
• Knowledge of Art History and contemporary practice.
• Familiarity with GCSE (Edexcel) and A Level (AQA) specifications.

Aufgaben

• Teach Art across the Senior School up to and including A Level.
• Deliver engaging lessons that develop creativity, technical skill and intellectual curiosity.
• Contribute to department’s strong GCSE and A Level outcomes.
• Support pupils of all abilities to achieve their full potential.

Kenntnisse

Art teaching

GCSE

A Level

Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

Tools

Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Teacher of Art (Part-Time) – 0.5 FTE

Start date: September 2027

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Art practitioner to teach across the Senior School, joining a department renowned for its outstanding examination results, creative energy, and commitment to nurturing artistic excellence. We are looking for a teacher who combines subject expertise with enthusiasm, imagination, and a genuine love of working with young people.

The successful candidate will teach Key Stage 3 Fine Art and Ceramics, alongside A Level Photography, and will be confident teaching a range of artistic disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics and printmaking. Experience of teaching Photography to A Level, together with knowledge of Photoshop and the Adobe Creative Suite, would be advantageous.

Whether you are an early career teacher or an experienced practitioner seeking a new challenge, this role offers the opportunity to inspire talented and motivated pupils within a supportive and well-resourced environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Teach Art across the Senior School, up to and including A Level.
• Deliver engaging and inspiring lessons that encourage creativity, technical skill and intellectual curiosity.
• Contribute to the continued success of a department with a long-standing record of excellent GCSE and A Level outcomes.
• Support pupils of all abilities to achieve their full potential.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A genuine passion for Art and the ability to inspire students through creative and imaginative teaching.
• A strong understanding of the formal elements of Art and their application across different media.
• Knowledge of Art History and contemporary artistic practice.
• An understanding of GCSE (Edexcel) and A Level (AQA) specifications.

Beyond the Classroom

Art is a vibrant and integral part of life at St Catherine's. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the department's extensive programme of enrichment activities, including:

• Gallery and exhibition visits.
• Art workshops and study clinics.
• Departmental exhibitions and events.
• Educational visits within the UK and occasionally overseas.

We actively encourage staff to maintain and develop their own artistic practice, recognising the value this brings to both personal development and classroom teaching.

Why Join St Catherine's?

St Catherine's is a leading independent girls' school with a reputation for academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and a vibrant co-curricular programme. Staff enjoy working in a friendly, supportive atmosphere with excellent facilities, strong professional relationships and a shared commitment to helping every pupil flourish.

Most importantly, we are seeking someone with a genuine love of Art, a commitment to inspiring young people, and the enthusiasm to contribute fully to a dynamic and successful department.

Deadline for applications is: 12pm on Monday 23rd November.

St Catherine’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and barred list check. The School is an equal opportunities employer.