Teacher of Art

📍 Location: Armthorpe Academy
💰 Salary: MPS/UPS
⏳ Contract and Working Pattern: Permanent, Full Time
📅 Start Date: September 2026

Join Our Mission – Excellence, Equity, Integrity

Consilium Academies is a values-driven Multi-Academy Trust dedicated to Excellence and Equity with Integrity. We are building an excellent trust with excellent schools – and we’d love you to be part of that mission.

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Teacher of Art to join our team at Armthorpe Academy, Doncaster. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire creativity and self-expression in our students while being part of a dynamic and supportive community.

About Armthorpe Academy

At Armthorpe Academy, we believe that every learner is unique and has the potential to shine. Our curriculum provides a rich and balanced experience that stimulates intellectual, moral, creative, and emotional growth. Supported by Consilium Academies, we are continually developing our curriculum and teaching practice to ensure every student can flourish.

Our school values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Pride, and Ambition lie at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to foster a community that values inclusion, creativity, and lifelong learning — preparing our young people to thrive in an ever-changing world.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Art, you will:

• Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Inspire students to explore their creativity and develop technical artistic skills.
• Contribute to the planning and development of the Art curriculum.
• Assess and track student progress, providing constructive feedback to drive improvement.
• Foster a positive learning environment that encourages curiosity, confidence, and self-expression.
• Play an active role in the wider life of the academy and its extra-curricular opportunities.

You’ll join a collaborative department that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth, supported through the Consilium Centre for Professional Learning, which provides access to tailored training and development opportunities.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree.
• Has strong subject knowledge in Art.
• Is passionate about inspiring students and raising aspirations.
• Can build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrates creativity, enthusiasm, and resilience in their approach to teaching.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, equality, and high standards for all.

Experience of teaching across the 11–16 age range and familiarity with current GCSE specifications is desirable.

Why Join Us?

At Consilium Academies, we are committed to supporting our staff to achieve their goals and flourish in their careers. As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A strong culture of collaboration and professional learning.
• Access to high-quality CPD through our Centre for Professional Learning.
• Opportunities for career progression across our family of schools.
• A supportive environment that values staff wellbeing and development.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Consilium Academies and Armthorpe Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Armthorpe Academy, please contact dawn.mckinna@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is Monday 11^th May 2026

Interviews will take place on a date to be arranged.

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.