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HPL Art & Design Teacher

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Abingdon
10/08/2025


HPL Art & Design Teacher

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The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.


Job details

Salary

27.25 - 35.31 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Basis

Variable Hours

Region

South

Package

The College offers excellent benefits as well as generous pension schemes and holiday.

Job category/type

Teaching

Date posted

25/07/2025

Job reference

AWC0001381

Job description


No candidate will meet every single desired qualification / criteria. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

If this role is of interest to you, please apply below or you can send your cv to helpmehr@abingdon-witney.ac.uk as an expression of interest and apply on our website otherwise we won't be able to accept your application. (external candidates only)


Up to 18 hours per week

The working pattern is Monday to Friday, hours between 9:00 - 17:00

Abingdon Campus

Hourly Paid Role

27.25 - 35.31 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

We are currently looking for an Art and Design Teacher to deliver engaging and inspiring lessons across our Level 1, 2, and 3 provision. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the art and design field, ideally with industry experience, and a strong understanding of UAL qualifications. This is a variable hours role and fixed term for 1 year, so flexibility is a must.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality and engaging Art and Design lessons. Teach and support students across Level 1, 2, and 3 Art and Design courses. Develop and implement innovative and inclusive teaching strategies to inspire and motivate learners. Assess student progress effectively, providing constructive feedback and guidance. Collaborate with colleagues to create a cohesive, creative, and supportive learning environment. Stay abreast of current trends and practices within the art and design industry and embed them in teaching. Participate in departmental meetings, training, and quality assurance processes.

Essential Requirements

Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one). Strong knowledge of Art and Design with demonstrable experience in delivering Level 1-3 content. Proven track record of effective teaching and learning, ideally within further education or similar settings. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to plan, deliver, and assess engaging lessons that cater to a variety of learning styles. Good working knowledge of UAL (University of the Arts London) qualifications. Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours and teaching delivery.

Desirable

Industry experience in the field of art and design. Experience of working with young people from diverse backgrounds. Experience with curriculum development or course leadership. Familiarity with digital design tools and online learning platforms.

Closing date: 10th August

2025 (Midnight)

Abingdon and Witney College reserve the right to close all applications before posted closing date*




AWC values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all appointments are subject to satisfactory clearances including enhanced DBS checks.


Abingdon and Witney College are committed to safer recruitment practices. In addition to our pre-employment checks, we will conduct an online search. This includes checking Google main results feed as well as the 'News' and 'Images' tab. We will be checking for any publicly available information that suggests the applicant may not be suitable to work with children or young/vulnerable people or content that could potentially damage Abingdon and Witney College's reputation. This may include inappropriate posts, comments or images displaying evidence of offensive or inappropriate behaviour, jokes or language, discriminatory comments, inappropriate photos, drug or alcohol misuse.

HPL Art & Design Teacher