Charters School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teacher of Art and Design to join us in September 2025 – The post would be appropriate for an ECT or a more experienced teacher.

The successful candidate will be

·         Committed to promoting high-quality teaching of Art

·         An inspiration to students to have a passion for the subject and have high expectations of all students

·         Confident in teaching a wide variety of mediums including 2D, 3D and computer skills

·         An excellent classroom practitioner with an understanding of high-quality learning and ensuring Art is a vibrant subject within the school community.

·         Teaching Art to KS3 & KS4 (KS5 desirable)

The School offers a strong tradition of excellent outcomes but also a broad curriculum suited to all students. The school’s behaviour policy is robust, and staff have welcomed the introduction of centralised sanctions and inclusive policies.

We believe our best resources are our teachers. There is a popular and thriving programme of continuing professional development in the department and across the school, at all levels, and colleagues have the opportunity to develop personally and professionally. The school also offers excellent promotion prospects and a comprehensive induction programme. 

Colleagues benefit from a commitment to staff well-being and are provided with several schemes to support them in maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. The priority admission of children of successful applicants applies for this subject.

Please look at the Art Department information document along with this advert and the Charters School information attached and our website www.chartersschool.org.uk

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

Deadline for applications: 9 am on Monday 12 May 2025

Applicants are requested to complete the Application Form on the Vacancies page of the Charters School Website  (c/o MyNewTerm) https://www.chartersschool.org.uk/7545/vacancies

Please include a statement, outlining how your skills and experience have prepared you for the role and how you would contribute to Charters School’s future success.

We welcome immediate applications for this post and all applications will be considered immediately upon receipt, we will interview and appoint accordingly and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the deadline.