The Kingston Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Art and Photography to join our vibrant team. You will deliver high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, inspiring students to explore ideas, experiment with a range of media and develop their creativity, confidence and visual understanding. We are especially interested in hearing from colleagues who can offer expertise in photography, creative media and or 3D design.

Art and Design plays a distinctive role in the school curriculum, encouraging students to interpret and understand the world through visual communication while developing personal expression and independent enquiry. Students engage in stimulating and challenging creative tasks within a supportive environment that promotes experimentation with techniques, investigation of ideas and the realisation of artistic intentions through practical work.

Working collaboratively within the department, you will contribute to curriculum planning, effective assessment and enrichment opportunities that showcase and celebrate students' creative achievements.

We invite applications from candidates with the following attributes for this role:

• A passion for nurturing creativity in young people;

• Strong subject knowledge;

• Commitment to excellent teaching;

• A willingness to contribute fully to the wider life of our vibrant and growing school.

Benefits of working at The Kingston Academy:

• Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National teacher Pay Scales;

• 2-week October Half Term break;

• Access to subsidised Cycle to Work scheme;

• Weekly Professional Development sessions at whole-school and departmental level;

• Professional support sessions for ECTs;

• Staff Laptop or Chromebook;

• Support with access to NPQH/NPQML/NPQSL qualifications;

• Subsidised study at Kingston University at Masters and Doctorate Level;

• Flexible working arrangements may be considered on request;

• Access to the Employees Assistance Programme, subsidised eye test and flu vaccinations;

• Work in a vibrant, supportive school environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised.

Interview Procedure

Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate’s suitability to work with children and young people. The process will include:

• Lesson Observation;

• Meeting with a panel of our pupils for informal question and answer session;

• Interview with Head Teacher and/or Senior staff.

Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

Closing Date for Applications: 12.00 pm, Friday 20th March 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 25th March 2026

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Statement

The Kingston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks (with a barred list check for regulated activity), checks with past employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Identity and qualification documents will be checked prior to any offer being made.

Equal Opportunities

At The Kingston Academy, we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.

We look forward to receiving your application.