Teacher of Art and Design - Gracemount High School - EDN30696

City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate and skilled Teacher of Art & Design to join their dynamic faculty. This role offers the opportunity to inspire creativity in students while contributing to a supportive and inclusive school environment. With a commitment to excellence, the school values responsible and respectful interactions, ensuring that all students feel safe and valued. The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering artistic expression and confidence among students, making a significant impact in their educational journey. Join a community that celebrates diversity and encourages innovative teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Art & Design at secondary level.
• Ability to engage and inspire students in creative subjects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Art & Design lessons to students.
• Contribute to the development of the Expressive Arts curriculum.

Skills

Art & Design Teaching

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Education

Teaching Qualification

Degree in Fine Arts or Design

Job description

Job Description

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Position: Teacher of Art & Design - fixed term until 26/06/2026

Location: Gracemount High School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589

Hours: 35 per week

About the School

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

Our Community and Values

We serve a socially diverse community, with over 70% of students from quintile 1 and 2 of the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation. Our dedicated staff are skilled, conscientious, and caring, and our school values of Responsible, Respectful, and Safe underpin our positive culture. We focus on building confidence and celebrating student success.

Role Overview

We seek a highly skilled, motivated, and experienced teacher of Art & Design to join our dynamic Expressive Arts faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to our thriving school community.

Additional Information

For more details about our school, please visit our website.

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

This position involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate must join or update the PVG Scheme and may require an Overseas Criminal Record Check if applicable. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where all feel valued, included, and able to perform their best. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are open to flexible working arrangements.

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