TEACHER OF ART

We are looking for a talented and creative classroom practitioner who can deliver high-quality teaching across KS3, KS4 and KS5. Holding a strong passion for your subject, you will plan, develop and deliver learning activities which inspire and encourage artistic expression at all levels and abilities in the classroom.

Starting: 1 September 2026

We offer:

• An established centre of academic excellence with an exceptional record in sport, music and community involvement  

• Motivated and ambitious students

• A friendly and supportive team of teachers and support staff

• A positive, caring and collaborative working environment

• A commitment to professional development 

Salary: Teachers Main or Upper Range dependent upon experience.  A relocation and/or recruitment allowance may be available for candidates who apply directly. 

Closing Date: 27 February 2026, 9am

Interviews: Week commencing 2 March 2026

The school reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time, so early application is advised. 

JHGS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required, before taking up post, to undertake an enhanced criminal record check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Candidates for teaching and support staff posts will be assessed at interview for their suitability to work with children. Appointment is conditional upon at least two satisfactory references which include specific comments on working with children and young people. All staff at the school have a responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of students at the school.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.