Job Description

Hampton is one of the country's leading, most successful and best-resourced independent schools and has been helping boys to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations for over 460 years.

Established over 460 years ago, Hampton is one of the country's foremost, highest-achieving and best-resourced independent schools. Our community is vibrant, dynamic and happy, making it a wonderful place to teach and learn. Members of the Common Room are talented and hugely supportive of one another and their pupils; they share their love of learning with young people who are bright, intellectually inquisitive and aspirational. Hampton is a lively, friendly and inclusive School community where we aspire to enable our boys to not only to make sense of the world, but also to want to go out and improve it. Above all, Hamptonians are encouraged and indeed expected to aspire to personal best while supporting those around them with kindness and respect.



Situated on a green-field site in a leafy suburb of South West London, we are fortunate to have 28 acres of playing fields within our spacious grounds. Pupils and staff alike benefit from first-class facilities across all areas of School life. These include a state-of-the-art 3G sportsground, a large and well-appointed Sports Hall, and the remarkable Hammond Theatre for the Performing Arts, along with an excellent library and specialist facilities for Art, Music, Science, Technology, Computer Science and Languages (Modern and Classical). Our older pupils enjoy impressive Sixth Form private study and Careers provision in The Barry Martin Centre. The Millennium Boat House, shared with our neighbouring girls' school, Lady Eleanor Holles, has a prime location on the nearby River Thames, and provides the focal point for our popular and successful Boat Club.



Hamptonians' examination results and university entrance record consistently rank in the top echelon nationally and indeed internationally. Nearly all Hampton leavers go on to undergraduate courses at Russell Group or equivalent universities; around 25 pupils are offered places at Oxford and Cambridge annually, and a significant number move on to global top-10 universities. We also support pupils who wish to study at universities in North America, some of whom secure academic and/or sporting scholarships. Hampton's notably diverse, socially inclusive nature is an especially cherished part of our DNA and we as far from being a stereotypical public school as any setting in the independent sector. Currently, 7% of our boys (around 100 in total) attend on means-tested, free places, many of which are funded by a separate but closely linked educational charity, The Fitzwygram Foundation. 'One of the most genuinely inclusive, diverse independent schools in the London area'. Good Schools Guide



A copy of the full ISI report can found on the School website and a summary booklet of the inspection team's key findings is linked here.



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Position:

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Hampton School is seeking to appoint a highly qualified, inspirational and enthusiastic Teacher of Art from September 2026.


Hampton's Art Department prides itself on creating an environment for creativity to flourish and for self-expression to be developed as pupils progress through the school. Strong examination results are achieved through inspiring projects to motivate and encourage independent and personal work from our pupils.



Art at Hampton School is renowned for its quality and diversity. We are a vibrant department with teachers who offer a broad range of expertise: from 3D, Ceramics, Printmaking, Painting, Drawing to Photography and IT (Graphics).


The role involves planning appropriate lessons and dealing with marking and reporting. In this academically selective school, the challenges include stretching the most able up to Oxbridge level.



Teaching at Hampton, extends far beyond the classroom and academic success. Our exciting co-curricular programme is at the heart of School life and offers pupils countless opportunities to explore their passions, try something new and develop skills that last a lifetime.


Equity, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our ethos and the School has a thriving partnerships programme. There is also a very strong commitment to supporting the continuing professional development of colleagues.



The post would suit a well-qualified Teacher of Art with experience of teaching in a highly academic setting or an aspiring graduate or Early Career Teacher (ECT).

The Department

The Art department currently has four members of teaching staff and a full-time Art Technician.


It has a strong team feeling, with staff fully involved in developing policy and taking responsibility for various areas of the Art curriculum and the running of the Department.

Sixth Form Art

There are currently up to15 pupils studying Fine Art in the Sixth Form. Lessons take place in a purpose-built Sixth Form Studio. Boys work thematically at A Level using a wide range of materials and enjoy Life Drawing as an integral element of their studies. Results are impressive and in 2025, 100% of pupils achieved grade A.

Art at Key Stages 3 and 4

All pupils study Art in the First and Second Year (Years 7&8) and is taught in groups of 12 - 17). These groups are mixed ability. Art Club also allows for further development of creative work in addition to formal lessons.

GCSE

In the Third Year Art is an option subject. There are between six and eight teaching groups, with up to 15 boys in each class. Art is a popular subject at GCSE with up to 70 boys studying it in the Fourth and Fifth Years. At GCSE 55% of boys achieved A/A and 100% A - C.

Resources

The Art Department is housed in five adjacent teaching studios. Four general purpose studios with print-making and ceramics (kiln) facilities, a Sixth form Studio and a central Gallery space. There is also a purpose-built darkroom. All Art Teachers are provided with a laptop. Members of the Department are supported by the ICT Department and Art Technician.

Extra-Curricular Activities

It is hoped that the person appointed will take an interest in the development of our younger pupils and will be encouraged to provide Gifted and Talented pupils with further stimulation outside the classroom. Equally, support for our various clubs will be expected.

Requirements:

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Main Responsibilities

To teach the Art curriculum to an excellent standard and to promote and contribute to the overall provision within the Art Department e.g. clubs and competitions, as well as to the School's co-curricular programmes To continually update knowledge regarding 'best practice' in the teaching of Art through personal practice, research, and training To promote and maintain the high standards of pupil achievement and contribute to the development of outstanding teaching practice across the department To complete all student assessment requirements, including the regular marking of homework and coursework, as required To assess, record and track the progress of the students To use performance data for pupil target setting and progress monitoring To deliver teaching of a high standard and to work to promote and maintain standards of achievement across the Department To contribute to the pastoral care of pupils as a Form Tutor and the delivery of the PSHE curriculum To maintain standards of discipline in line with Hampton School policies To attend parent and pupil meetings, as required To attend in whole school and departmental INSET and contribute to the evaluation and progress of the Art curriculum. The successful candidate will be expected to teach up to 30 (40 minute) lessons per week, which may include a games afternoon' and a form tutor period.

Person Specification

The successful candidate is likely to be able to demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience

Essential Criteria:

A commitment to the Safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils A good Art honours graduate from a reputable university An enthusiastic commitment to all aspects of the Art Department's programmes of academic and co-curricular activities, up to sixth form Enthusiasm for the subject and the ability to convey this to pupils, up to Sixth Form The ability to demonstrate characteristics of outstanding teaching practice An awareness of the demands of teaching bright students and a commitment to fostering high academic achievement The ability to work independently and as part of a team and a willingness to contribute to departmental resources A professional approach which inspires confidence in pupils and parents Excellent communication and ICT skills Calmness and efficiency, with the ability to work under pressure at times Commitment to continuing professional development through attendance at INSET Commitment to the all-round ethos of the School, including its co-curricular activities and pastoral approach.

Desirable Criteria

A higher degree or experience of educational or subject-specific research A teaching qualification and/or some previous teaching experience The ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with all members of the school community and outside agencies An ability to offer skills in some part of the extra-curricular programme of the school Enjoy rising to the challenge inherent in a school environment.

Other:

To act as Fire Marshal and First Aider as required. Training will be provided Any other reasonable tasks required by the Headmaster and/or Bursar in association with the above role.


Please note that there may be some changes and additions to the above, which will be discussed before implementation and changes may occur as the post develops. This document is designed to provide applicants with a "flavour" of the position and responsibilities.

Other information:

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Training

Where necessary, to attend INSET training or undergo other on the job training under the general direction of the Head of Department or training outside the school to increase competence, proficiency and safety awareness

Salary and Benefits

Hampton has its own generous salary scale and benefits package. Accommodation may also be available.



NQTs/ECT's are provided with an appropriate programme of induction leading to QTS, valid across both sectors.



The Hampton School Trust Governors currently offer the following non-contractual benefits to staff, subject to any terms and conditions and the School's eligibility requirements: death-in-service benefit insurance policy; private health care scheme (BUPA), a healthcare cash plan; enrolment in appropriate Pension Scheme, personal accident insurance, School fee remission, cycle to work scheme, lunch, sports facilities and counselling.



Hampton School is pleased to be a London Living Wage employer.

Please note that the above list is not exhaustive and non-contractual benefits are provided at the discretion of the Governors.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK as Sponsorship is not available.

Equal Opportunities

It is the policy of Hampton School to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination in employment on any basis protected by applicable law, including but not limited to race, colour, religious creed, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition or disability. Hampton School promotes equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment through positive employment policies and practices.



If any special requirements are required to attend an interview, please inform the School.



Offers of employment will be made on merit and suitability of qualifications and experience, in pursuit of our policy of equal opportunities.

Safeguarding

The post holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Safeguarding Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the post the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School s/he must report any concerns to the School's Safeguarding Designated Persons or to The Headmaster.



The School reserves the right to offer the post at any stage in the appointment process. Further details of the School are available on the website.

Please note all appointments are subject to the Hampton School Trust Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy and Procedure.

The School is legally required to carry out a number of pre-appointment checks which are detailed in the School's Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy and Procedure. The information you are being asked to provide in this form is required so that the School can comply with those legal obligations should your application be successful. Please note that in order to be considered for a position at the School, you must complete this application form. A curriculum vitae will not be accepted in place of a completed application form.

Hampton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, contractors and volunteers to share this commitment.