Teacher of Photography - Burntwood - An Academy for Girls

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Teacher of Photography to join their vibrant Visual Arts and Design Technology team. This part-time role offers the flexibility of a 3 or 4 day work week, ideal for those looking to balance professional and personal commitments. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach in well-resourced facilities, including a large darkroom and excellent technician support. This temporary position, covering maternity leave, promises to be a rewarding experience in a supportive and inclusive educational environment. If you are dedicated to inspiring students and fostering a love for photography, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant first degree and be QTS qualified.
• Experience teaching Photography GCSE and A-Level is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach KS4 - KS5 Photography and potentially KS3 Art and Design.
• Inspire students to love Art and Photography.

Skills

Photography teaching

Art and Design knowledge

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Relevant first degree

QTS qualification

Job description

Teacher of Photography - Burntwood - An Academy for Girls

About Us

Full time/Part time: Part time - 0.6FTE or 0.8FTE
Contract Type: Temporary, up to 1-year (Maternity Cover)
Reporting to: Head of Cluster
Commencing: September 2025

We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and inspiring Teacher of Photography to join our thriving Visual Arts and Design Technology team. A Head of Department TLR is available for suitably qualified candidates; however, applications from Classroom Teachers who do not wish to take on a TLR are welcome.

The role involves teaching KS4 - KS5 Photography and potentially some KS3 Art and Design.

Our Photography curriculum is well-developed and resourced, delivered in outstanding facilities, including a large darkroom, excellent Technician support, and a collaborative teaching team.

This is a maternity cover post, initially for two terms.

The position can be offered as a 3 or 4 day per week role, to suit the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will:

• have a relevant first degree and be QTS qualified by the start date
• have the subject knowledge and experience to teach Photography GCSE and A-Level
• be able to motivate and inspire students to love Art and Photography
• be committed to working successfully as a member of a team
• have very strong organisational and interpersonal skills

Burntwood is a popular, highly successful, multi-cultural school. We put equality, safeguarding, and inclusion at the heart of our ethos. Burntwood has a strong corporate identity characterized by our firm commitment to the UNICEF Convention on the Rights of the Child.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 15th May 2025 at 1pm.

Interviews are likely to take place the following week. If you have not been contacted by Friday 16th May 2025, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

Salary Grade: Inner London Teachers’ Pay Scale plus a possible TLR allowance* (A Head of Department TLR is available for suitably qualified candidates).