Teacher of Art and Design - Gracemount High School

City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate and experienced Teacher of Art & Design to join a dynamic faculty. This role offers the opportunity to inspire students and nurture their artistic talents in a supportive and inclusive environment. The school values creativity, responsibility, and respect, ensuring a positive culture that celebrates student success. With a commitment to flexible working arrangements, this position is perfect for educators who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young learners. Join a thriving community where your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience in Art & Design education.
• Ability to engage and inspire students through creative teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Art & Design lessons to secondary school students.
• Foster a positive learning environment that encourages student creativity.

Skills

Art & Design teaching

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Education

PGCE in Art & Design

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts

Job description

Location

Gracemount High School, Lasswade Road, Edinburgh, EH16 6TZ

Position

Teacher of Art & Design - Fixed term until 26/06/2026

School Overview

Gracemount High School is a small, non-denominational secondary school with just over 600 pupils, serving the community of Southeast Edinburgh. Founded in 1959 as a junior secondary school, it has been a fully comprehensive six-year high school since the late 1960s. The school was built under PPP and opened in 2003. Our leadership team includes the Head Teacher, three Depute Head Teachers, a Senior Development Officer, and a Business Manager. We have 50 teaching staff and 20 support staff.

Our Community

We are a successful and thriving school community that serves a socially diverse population, with over 70% of students living in quintile 1 and 2 of the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation. Our staff are skilled, conscientious, and caring, and we are proud of every student.

Role and Values

We seek a highly skilled, motivated, and experienced teacher of Art & Design to join our dynamic Expressive Arts faculty. Our school values of Responsible, Respectful, and Safe underpin our positive culture, where building confidence and celebrating student success are central.

Salary and Conditions

Salaries are in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

Additional Information

This position involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The successful candidate will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. If the candidate has spent three or more months outside the UK in the last five years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all staff feel valued and able to perform at their best. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Additional Notes

We are open to flexible working arrangements. Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs for updates.