Teacher of Art (Maternity Cover)

Bidvane; Milton Keynes; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 38 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Milton Keynes Academy invites applications for a motivated Art teacher to join the Art & Design Department on maternity cover. The post teaches Art across KS3 and KS4, contributes to KS3 Design & Technology, and supports students' progress through engaging lessons. It is a 32.5-hour, Monday‑to‑Friday role, with hours 8:25am–3:25pm, delivering the OCR Art & Design GCSE.

Applicants need QTS and an Art-related degree; appointment is subject to enhanced DBS, barred-list and reference checks.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the National Curriculum and effective teaching strategies.
• Experience using assessment, feedback and data to support progress.
• Strong communication, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Ability to motivate and support students of varying abilities and backgrounds.
• Collaborative working with colleagues, parents and external partners.
• Commitment to professional development and sharing best practice.

Responsabilités

• Teach Art at KS3 and KS4.
• Contribute to Design & Technology at KS3.
• Deliver engaging lessons across artistic processes, techniques, materials and influences.
• Teach the OCR Art & Design GCSE specification.
• Develop students' artistic skills, creativity and progress.
• Work with colleagues to share expertise and develop teaching practice.
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment.
• Help maintain a safe environment and promote welfare of children and young people.

Formation

Art degree with significant content

QTS

Description du poste

The Teacher of Art joins the Art & Design Department at The Milton Keynes Academy on maternity cover. The post teaches Art across KS3 and KS4, contributes to KS3 Design & Technology, and supports students' creative and academic progress through engaging lessons. It is a 32.5-hour, Monday-to-Friday role, with working hours of 8:25am to 3:25pm, in a collaborative department delivering the OCR Art & Design GCSE. Applicants need QTS and an Art-related degree; appointment is subject to enhanced DBS, barred-list and reference checks.

What the job involves

• Teach Art at KS3 and KS4 at The Milton Keynes Academy
• Contribute to the delivery of Design & Technology at KS3
• Deliver engaging lessons across artistic processes, techniques, materials and cultural influences
• Teach the OCR Art & Design GCSE specification
• Develop students' artistic skills, creativity, confidence and progress
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to share expertise and develop teaching practice
• Contribute to the ongoing development and enrichment of the curriculum
• Help maintain a safe environment and promote the welfare of children and young people

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• A degree with significant Art-related content

Experience

• A record of good or outstanding classroom practice, or the potential to achieve it

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of the National Curriculum and effective teaching and learning strategies
• Skill in using assessment, feedback and data to support student progress
• Strong communication, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
• Ability to motivate, challenge and support students of different abilities and backgrounds, with high expectations for all
• Collaborative working with colleagues, parents and external partners
• Reflective practice, commitment to professional development and willingness to share best practice

Checks & eligibility

• Online checks for shortlisted candidates before interview
• Enhanced DBS check
• Separate Barred List Check
• References
• Prohibition from teaching search where appropriate

Other

• Passion for teaching Art and Design and inspiring creativity in young people
• Commitment to diversity, dignity and equality, and contributing to the wider academy

What's offered

• Bespoke induction
• Ongoing professional development
• Career progression pathways