Art ECT – Outstanding Independent School in Oxford
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Job Summary
A prestigious independent Mixed Senior School in Oxford is seeking an organised and enthusiastic Art Early Career Teacher (ECT) to join their exceptionally successful Art department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a vibrant highly resourced and creative environment where students are encouraged to develop artistic confidence imagination and technical skill across KS3 KS4 and KS5.
The successful candidate will inspire teaching and learning by delivering engaging high-quality practical lessons and ambitious creative projects. You will maintain a positive studio environment curate exhibitions and ensure that art spaces remain safe inspiring and fully equipped for fine art digital media and three-dimensional work.
Responsibilities will include planning and delivering curriculum content across various disciplines (such as painting drawing printmaking or ceramics) preparing students for external examinations and supporting departmental enrichment activities. You will also contribute to the wider life of this thriving independent school community through co-curricular activities and pastoral care.
The role requires someone who is practical highly organised and deeply enthusiastic about Art and Design. Strong attention to detail a passion for contemporary art practice and the ability to inspire high academic and creative standards are essential. The school is looking for a proactive educator who can contribute positively to a collaborative and ambitious department.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that places creativity and cultural enrichment at the heart of student learning and offers excellent support facilities and a dedicated ECT induction program tailored to the independent sector.
This is an established independent school in Oxford with a worldwide reputation for academic excellence creativity and holistic student development. The school provides a calm purposeful and intellectually stimulating learning environment where students are respectful highly motivated and eager to succeed.
Staff benefit from supportive leadership collaborative working relationships smaller class sizes and excellent professional development opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on innovation inclusion and continuous improvement.
The art department is a vibrant inspiring space where creativity flourishes students are challenged to excel and teaching nurtures exceptional artistic skill and imagination. It is supported by world-class facilities including light-filled studios specialized printmaking and ceramic workshops digital suites and dedicated gallery spaces that enable students to experiment and produce exhibition-standard work.
QTS / ECT status (or equivalent recognized teaching qualification eligible for the independent sector)
Degree in Fine Art Design or a related creative discipline
Strong practical artistic skills and knowledge of a wide range of mediums
Knowledge of art history curricula and examination specifications
Willingness to contribute to the co-curricular and pastoral life of an independent school
To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.
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