Teacher of Art & Design - St Laurence School

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Bradford-on-Avon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Bradford-on-Avon is seeking a skilled teacher for Art & Design at Key Stage 3 and 4. The successful candidate will join a passionate team in a supportive school environment that prioritizes the welfare of its students and staff. The role is open to both ECTs and experienced teachers. Join us in our commitment to delivering exceptional education and fostering creativity.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Inspiring leadership

Qualifications

• Must be able to teach Art & Design at Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Ability to teach Key Stage 5 is desirable but not essential.
• ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Art & Design lessons.
• Contribute new ideas to the curriculum.
• Support students' artistic development.

Skills

Teaching Art & Design

Digital lessons

Photography

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Please note this is not a Bath & North East Somerset Council Vacancy.

To start: 1 January 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 7 October 2025

We are seeking a talented colleague to join a highly effective team in our successful school close to the heritage city of Bath.

The successful candidate must be able to teach Art & Design at Key Stage 3 and 4, including digital lessons and some photography. The ability to teach Key Stage 5 is desirable but not essential. ECTs and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

The Art & Design department consists of part-time and full-time staff delivering Art, Photography and Graphics. All staff have a specialist background of either fine art or graphic design which make them a strong and knowledgeable team who regularly contribute new ideas to the curriculum. The team practise their own subject in their spare time, whether it be printmaking, digital art, fine art drawing and painting, textiles or digital photography. The Head of Department has responsibility for Art, Photography and Graphics. The Art department also benefits from the support of a technician.

Education

St Laurence is a high performing and successful Church of England co-educational secondary school situated in Bradford on Avon close to the heritage city of Bath. We are fully inclusive and comprehensive, welcoming students and staff of all faiths and none. We believe that ‘People are our Treasure’ and regard our staff as our most important resource. Our Investors in People report noted that there is a strong belief that St Laurence School is a ‘great place to work’. Everyone clearly has a high level of pride in working at the school and in what is being achieved. They feel this way because of the inspirational leadership, strong teamwork, supportive management, pleasant environment and of course, the students. Since our core business is learning, we are committed to the professional development of each of our staff, whatever their role in the school. If you would like to join a committed, professional and passionate team in our journey to being a school which is outstanding in every way, please consider applying.

Application Details

Find out more and apply:

To apply please refer to the Letter to Candidates, complete an application form and send it with a covering letter to Mr Tim Farrer, Headteacher to (all documents are available on the school website vacancies page).

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.