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We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Art. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for nurturing creativity, artistic expression, and visual communication in young people. You will play a pivotal role in developing students’ artistic skills, guiding them from initial concepts through to accomplished final pieces. The role is multifaceted, combining practical work with theoretical understanding, while fostering students’ creativity, critical thinking, and confidence in their artistic abilities.

Principal Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver inspiring Art lessons that align with the National Curriculum and promote a broad range of artistic techniques and media.
• Foster a stimulating and inclusive learning environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and artistic development.
• Assess, monitor, and report on the progress and attainment of students, providing constructive feedback to support their development.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to the department's growth by sharing best practices and innovative ideas.

For more information please see the attached Applicant Information Pack

We offer our staff an excellent induction programme within a friendly and supportive environment, and are committed to providing high quality professional development. This enables continuous improvement in teaching and learning.

The Appleton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check

Compass Education Trust is currently engaged in discussions which are expected to result in the transfer of all schools to Harris Federation with effect from 1 September 2026 (the "Proposed Transfer"). Any employment commencing from 1 September 2026 will not be directly impacted under TUPE, but if the proposed transfer proceeds, it is anticipated that your employment will commence with Harris Federation rather than Compass Education Trust. Further details will be discussed with you at the interview stage.