Art & Design Teacher – Vibrant Secondary Academy in Poole (January Start)

A creative secondary academy in Poole is seeking an innovative Art & Design Teacher to join its thriving Visual Arts department for a permanent January start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an inclusive school that places a high value on creative expression, visual literacy, and exhibition work.

Job Overview

Known for its spacious art studios and vibrant student displays, the school seeks an artist-educator to teach Fine Art, Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Art & Design).

Working alongside experienced art colleagues, you will guide students through project research, technical skill development, contextual studies, and portfolio curation. This is a full-time, permanent role suited to an energetic, creative practitioner.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach inspiring Art & Design lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level)

• Guide Sixth Form pupils through creative portfolio building for university and art foundation course entry

• Assist in organizing and hosting annual student art exhibitions and gallery showcases

• Maintain studio environments, print presses, ceramics equipment, and art supplies safely

• Assess, track, and report on pupil progress, preparing Key Stage 4 and 5 cohorts for non-exam assessments (NEA)

• Act as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing, attendance tracking, and academic progress

The School & What’s on Offer

• Creative, inclusive secondary academy environment

• Competitive salary paid to scale on MPS/UPS

• Spacious studio facilities, natural lighting, ceramics kilns, and printmaking equipment

• Permanent, full-time contract starting January

• Attractive Dorset coastal location with convenient transport links across Poole and Bournemouth

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)

• Honors degree in Fine Art, Visual Arts, Illustration, or a closely related creative discipline

• Strong personal artistic portfolio demonstrating expertise across diverse visual techniques

• Proven track record (or clear potential during training) for delivering strong GCSE and A-Level Art outcomes

• Excellent studio management and portfolio mentoring skills

How to Apply

Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this permanent Art position in Poole for a January start.