Teacher of Art

King Edward's Witley; Witley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

King Edward's Witley in rural Surrey seeks a full-time Teacher of Art, with part-time considered, to cover a short period of absence from September 2026 until October half-term. The post involves delivering GCSE and A-level Art and Textiles to a diverse age and ability range.

Applicants should be an experienced, outstanding teacher with a strong commitment to safeguarding. DBS check and online/social media due diligence are required for shortlisted candidates. Closing date: 19 August 2026.

Qualifications

• Experienced and outstanding teacher with the skills and aptitudes to motivate and inspire diverse pupils.
• Full commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Enhanced DBS check required and willingness to undergo online and social media checks for shortlisted candidates.

Responsibilities

• Teach the agreed timetable allocation of groups across the age and ability range to GCSE and A-level.
• Ensure pupils are taught according to their individual needs and abilities, following the syllabus and schemes of work.
• Teach GCSE and A-level Textiles where possible.

Skills

Teaching

GCSE/A-level delivery

Safeguarding

Education

QTS

Job description

About the school

King Edward's Witley is a flourishing school set across an attractive 100-acre campus in a beautiful part of rural Surrey.

The role

We seek to appoint a full-time Teacher of Art, with part-time considered, to cover a short period of colleague absence from September 2026 until October half-term.

Key responsibilities

• Teach the agreed timetable allocation of groups across the age and ability range to GCSE and A-level.
• Ensure that pupils are taught according to their individual needs and abilities, following the syllabus and schemes of work set by the Head of Department.
• Teach GCSE and A-level Textiles where possible.

Requirements

• Experienced and outstanding teacher with the skills and aptitudes to motivate and inspire diverse pupils.
• Full commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Successful completion of an Enhanced Disclosure through the DBS.
• Willingness to undergo online and social media checks as part of due diligence for shortlisted candidates.

Application deadline

The closing date is noon on Wednesday, 19th August 2026.

Inclusivity statement

Applicants from underrepresented groups are particularly welcome.