Teacher of Art

Greater Peterborough UTC; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Peterborough seeks an inspirational Teacher of Art to join their innovative team. The ideal candidate will have Qualified Teacher Status, experience in teaching from KS3 to KS5, and a strong commitment to professional development. This role offers competitive salary and extensive benefits, including support for mental health and initial teacher training opportunities.

Benefits

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities

Mental health and wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Defined benefit pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience of securing high outcomes from students.
• Understand and advocate for the five values of Meridian Trust schools.
• Believe in well-planned and well-delivered teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a curriculum in Art.
• Support students' learning and progress effectively.
• Provide form tutoring and pastoral support.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience of teaching at KS3 to KS5

Ability to use IT to support effective teaching

Commitment to professional development

Effective form tutoring

Education

Degree in subject specialization

Job description

Teacher of Art

Salary: MPS/UPS (plus TLR depending on experience)

Hours: core school hours plus directed time

We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Teacher of Art to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at Greater Peterborough UCT. We are proud to be Peterborough’s first STEM-specialist school, giving young people the chance to follow a unique academic and technical curriculum into higher education or the world of work.

This is an ideal position for an experienced teacher who wishes to develop their practice in a supportive and innovative environment.

The ideal candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status and degree in specialist subject
• Experience of teaching at KS3 to KS5
• Evidence of securing high outcomes from students
• Ability to use IT to support effective teaching and learning
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Effective form tutoring and committed to the importance of pastoral support
• Understand and be a proud advocate of the five values of all Meridian Trust schools
• Believe that students make the best progress when teaching is well planned and well delivered

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: 14 October 2025

Interviews will be held on: 20 October 2025

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.