Art & Design Teacher – Vibrant Secondary School in Poole (January Start)
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Job Summary
A creative and inclusive secondary school in Poole is seeking a talented Art & Design Teacher to join its Expressive Arts faculty for a January start.
This is an outstanding opportunity to work within a thriving educational community known for artistic expression modern studio facilities and a supportive staff culture.
Job Overview
Known for its thriving arts provision and vibrant student exhibitions this school seeks an artist-educator to teach Fine Art Printmaking and Digital Media across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level).
Working closely with the Art department you will guide pupils through concept development technical execution visual analysis and portfolio curation. This is a full-time permanent role suited to an energetic creative and proactive educator.
Key Responsibilities
Teach inspiring practical Art lessons across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 (GCSE) and Key Stage 5 (A-Level)
Guide Sixth Form pupils through creative portfolio development for entry into top university art programs and foundation courses
Curate organize and host annual student art exhibitions gallery showcases and community art displays
Maintain studio environments ceramics machinery print presses digital design tools and hazardous materials safely
Assess track and report on pupil progress preparing Key Stage 4 and 5 cohorts for practical non-exam assessments (NEA)
Act as a Form Tutor supporting student wellbeing academic tracking and holistic progress
Collaborate with departmental colleagues to update schemes of work and art history contextual resources
Support the day-to-day operations and growth of the Expressive Arts faculty
The School
This successful secondary school in Poole is recognized for its warm community spirit creative focus and commitment to holistic student development. Staff benefit from progressive leadership spacious studio environments and a collaborative team culture where individual talents are nurtured.
The Art department is central to the schools creative vision maintaining a clear mission to empower students to build self-confidence visual literacy and artistic resilience.
Whats on Offer
Vibrant and supportive secondary school environment
Competitive salary paid to scale on MPS/UPS
Spacious studio facilities darkrooms printmaking gear and digital suites
Permanent full-time contract starting January
Attractive Dorset coastal location with convenient transport links across Poole and Bournemouth
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will feature:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
An honors degree in Fine Art Visual Arts Art History or a closely related creative discipline
Strong personal artistic portfolio showcasing mastery across diverse techniques (drawing painting printmaking digital media)
Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE and A-Level Art outcomes
Superb classroom management and individual portfolio mentoring skills
A passionate creative and adaptable approach to visual arts education
How to Apply
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this permanent Art position in Poole.
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