Teacher of Art and Design at Wood Green School
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Dependent on experience and FTE
About this Role
Woodstock Road, Witney, Oxon, OX28 1DX
Web Address: www.wgswitney.org.uk
Tel: 01993 702355 Email: office@wgswitney.org.uk
Head Teacher: Mr R W Shadbolt
Teacher of Art and Design
Main/Upper Pay range
Permanent/Full Time
For September 2026
Wood Green School is looking for a talented and dynamic teacher to join our Art and Design department. Delivering Fine Art, Graphics and Textiles, the Art department is popular with students and an important part of our commitment to developing creativity. In September 2026, the department will move into a new home within our newly-built STEAM block, shared by Creative Arts and Science. We are looking to expand our offer to include Three-dimensional design. The department will also be led by a new Head of Art and Design from September, so this is an exciting opportunity to join the department in this new chapter.
Wood Green is an oversubscribed 11-18 Academy school in the thriving town of Witney, close to the Cotswolds and with excellent transport links to Oxford and London. Our strong reputation and results improving year-on-year have led to a rapid rise in student applications. We believe strongly in a culture of mutual respect and strong relationships, underpinned by our LEARNWell values. Our school mission is “to develop exceptional, well-qualified and well-rounded young people who make a positive contribution to our school, our community and the world”. This demonstrates our commitment to the whole child, academically and personally.
The right candidate:
Applications are welcome for the position of an enthusiastic and talented teacher of Art and Design to join our successful, forward-looking department.
You will be a talented teacher with a passion for Art and Design. The ability to teach Three-dimensional design to GCSE or A-level would be helpful, but all specialisms will be considered.
You will show the ability to inspire students of all ages and abilities
You will have high expectations of yourself and students and be committed to your professional development
You will be committed to playing a full role in the development of the Art and Design Department and the wider school
Wood Green can offer:
A committed, enthusiastic Art and Design team.
Brand new facilities
Students who thrive on good relationships with staff and who enjoy Art and Design
Development opportunities for staff, collaborating with teachers within school and as part of the Acer Multi-Academy Trust
A school committed to enabling every student to achieve the very best they can with supportive colleagues and a constant focus on enhancing teaching and learning
A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing.
The chance to work in an Art and Design team within a school that values the whole child and celebrates creative learning.
The closing date is Monday 8th June 2026 at 12 noon
Applications will be considered on receipt and may result in this advert closing early.
To apply: Please submit your application via the MyNewTerm website
If you would like to learn more about this post or arrange a visit, please contact hrwest@acertrust.org.uk
Wood Green School and the Acer Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism; all staff must ensure that the highest priority is given to following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and obtain any other statutorily required clearance. Employment will also be conditional on the receipt of at least two acceptable references (one from current/last employer) and evidence of the formal qualifications required for the role. Wood Green School is an equal opportunities employer.
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Contact Details
HR West
hrwest@acertrust.org.uk
Wood Green School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
- Reason for application: Please briefly outline the reasons for your interest in this role and the motivation for applying.
- Relevant Skills and Experience: Please write about how you would use your past experience/skills in the role for which you are applying. Please show by giving examples of any experiences, behaviours and skills, how you meet the selection criteria listed for the post. you may use duties in your present or previous jobs and other areas such as temporary, voluntary work, studies or spare time activities.
Wood Green School
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OX28 1DX
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