Art & Design Teacher – Secondary School in Liverpool (January Start)
Job Summary
A creative secondary school in Liverpool is seeking an inspiring Art & Design Teacher to join its Visual Arts faculty on a full-time permanent basis starting in January.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an artist-educator passionate about creative expression visual literacy and developing artistic confidence in young people.
Job Overview
Art plays a prominent role in this schools academic and co-curricular identity. The successful applicant will deliver practical and theoretical Art & Design lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (GCSE Fine Art / Visual Arts) with potential Key Stage 5 A-Level Art and Design delivery.
Working closely with the Visual Arts department you will guide pupils through project research technical skill development contextual studies and portfolio curation while assisting with annual student exhibitions. This is a full-time permanent contract.
Key Responsibilities
Teach engaging practical and theoretical Art & Design lessons across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
Guide Sixth Form pupils through creative portfolio building for university and art foundation course entry
Assist in organizing and hosting annual student art exhibitions showcases and gallery visits
Maintain studio environments print presses ceramics kilns and art material supplies safely
Assess track and report on student progress across practical portfolios and non-exam assessments (NEA)
Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor supporting student wellbeing and personal development
The School & Whats on Offer
January Start: Full-time permanent contract commencing January
Facilities: Spacious studio facilities natural lighting ceramics kilns and printmaking equipment
Location: Prime Liverpool location with excellent transport and road connections
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Fine Art Visual Arts Illustration or a closely related creative discipline
Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE/A-Level Art outcomes
Strong personal artistic portfolio demonstrating expertise across diverse visual techniques
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time permanent Art position in Liverpool for a January start.
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