Teacher of Art and Design Technology

Bristol City Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a Teacher of Art and Design Technology for a full-time position at Kings Oak Academy in Bristol. The role offers an annual salary between £32,916 and £45,352 and includes fixed-term maternity cover until February 2027. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching, strong communication skills, and the ability to inspire students. This role provides opportunities for professional development and collaboration within a supportive academy environment.

Benefits

Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme

Comprehensive induction and support

Health benefits including wellness sessions

Cycle to work scheme

Generous family leave options

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher or equivalent required.
• Able to teach KS3 and KS4 students in Art and Design Technology.
• Strong communicator capable of embracing change.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring lessons in Art and Design Technology.
• Support student success and development.
• Engage with parents and the community for student enrichment.

Skills

Teaching creative lessons

Strong communication

Motivational skills

Curriculum delivery

Support for diverse learners

Education

Qualified teacher status or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Teacher of Art and Design Technology

Annual Salary: £32,916 - £45,352 (M1 to M6)

Contract Type: Fixed-Term (maternity cover)

Contract Length: Fixed until February 2027, or the return of the current postholder

Hours: Full Time

Provisional Start Date: 9 March 2026

About the Role

We are looking for an inspirational teacher of Art and DT with a passion for delivering excellent educational experiences for our students. You will have the opportunity to use your talents to play a key role in championing the success and life chances of all children in our trust. Our commitment to high expectations and standards, a joy-filled contemporary curriculum and excellent teaching means that we can create more opportunities for the lifelong success of our pupils as they become young adults.

About You

• a qualified teacher or hold an equivalent teaching qualification.
• able to teach creative lessons to KS3/4 students.
• able to deliver the curriculum in your chosen area and consistently teach high quality lessons across relevant key stages.
• able to meet the needs of learners from key identified groups, including pupil premium, looked after children, SEND and High Attaining students.
• a strong communicator with the ability to embrace change, motivate colleagues and build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• able to recognise, value and support the delivery of opportunities which extend beyond the confines of classroom delivery and seek to enrich and add value to the students experience & learning.
• empowered to develop your own expert practice and support the development of others.
• highly competent in all elements of the Teachers Standards and your achievements and contribution will be substantial and sustained as an Upper Pay Scale teacher.

About Kings Oak Academy

Kings Oak Academy is situated in the heart of the South Gloucestershire community and is within easy commuting distance of Bristol and Bath. The academy has been part of the Cabot Learning Federation since 2011 and enjoys the benefits of being part of a mature, successful multi‑academy trust, offering access to high‑quality professional services and opportunities to work collaboratively with experienced colleagues across the trust.

As an all‑through school, Kings Oak is in a privileged position to educate children aged 4–16 and to support families over time. The academy’s staff structure and estate are organised into three phases (Lower School: Reception to Year 4; Middle School: Years 5–8; Upper School: Years 9–11). This structure ensures that learning is high quality and responsive to pupils’ developmental needs, long‑term relationships are fostered with families and colleagues benefit from the distinctive professional development and leadership opportunities that come from working in an all‑through community school.

Kings Oak was inspected in June 2025 and secured an Outstanding judgement in both Leadership and Management and Personal Development. Inspectors noted that pupils thrive at Kings Oak Academy. The school expects them to work hard, be kind, and pupils strive to do this. There are high expectations of what pupils can achieve academically and of who they can become. Kings Oak Academy is therefore an ambitious, values‑led community in which staff are trusted, developed and supported to do their best work and where colleagues who share our commitment to high expectations, kindness and inclusive excellence can build a rewarding and sustained career.

Why CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 36 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but were all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. Were proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What We Can Offer You

• Access to the Teachers Pension Scheme.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing support for career development and wellbeing.
• Sector‑leading professional development entitlement and opportunities.
• Collaboration with colleagues across the trust through subject communities and specialist networks.
• Shared CLF curriculum, written and curated by trust experts, reducing individual teacher workload.
• Career enhancing and progression opportunities within the trust and through the CLF Institute.
• A collaborative culture which supports workload.
• Well‑being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on‑site parking and many more!

Recruitment Timeline

• Closing Date: 25 January 2026 @11.59pm
• Interview date: 9 February 2026

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs; a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

Please note we do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.