Teacher of Art and Design

Greater Peterborough UTC; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in the UK is seeking a passionate Teacher of Art and Design to join a dynamic team. The role involves driving student outcomes and providing opportunities from Key Stage 3 to A' Level. Ideal for experienced teachers looking to grow in a supportive and innovative environment. Benefits include CPD opportunities and mental health support.

Benefits

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Defined benefit pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Drive outcomes and offer the best opportunities for pupils.
• Support students from Key Stage 3 through to A' Level.

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 specialist subject

Job description

Teacher of Art and Design

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

Hours: core school hours plus directed time

We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and dynamic Teacher of Art and Design 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. Our £25 million campus was opened in September 2016 and has rapidly established itself as one of the highest performing schools in the area. Our campus includes industry-standard workshops and IT design studios, as well as specialist science labs and state of the art digital engineering equipment.

We are the area’s leading educational establishment for the engineers, architects, scientists and designers of the future, specialising in educating the tech-savvy workforce required for the evolving modern world, in fact over 80% of our leavers continue to study or work in STEM.

As Teacher of Art and Design, you will be passionate to drive outcomes and ensure we offer the best opportunities for pupils from Key Stage 3 through to A' Level.

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/.

Closing date for applications: 9 November 2025

Interviews will be held on: To be confirmed

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.