Job Description

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Teaching, Learning & Assessment

Salary:

32,178 to 49,725 per annum


Full Time / Term Time / Permanent

Closing Date:

Thursday 22 May 2025

Interview Date:

To be confirmed

Reference:

2025-24

Teacher of Graphics and Textiles - 1FTE

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds through design and creativity? Do you want to help shape the next generation of visual thinkers, artists, and designers? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for an outstanding and enthusiastic Teacher of Graphics and Textiles to join our vibrant and high-achieving college.



This is a fantastic opportunity to teach on a 1 FTE basis within a thriving and dynamic department that places creativity, academic rigour, and student support at its core.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an exceptional individual who:


Holds a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE). Has experience teaching Art and Design at A-Level, with a strong understanding of curriculum requirements in Graphics and Textiles. Has a proven ability to inspire students and deliver high-quality teaching that leads to excellent outcomes. Demonstrates confidence and experience in using the Adobe Creative Suite as a core part of classroom delivery. Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a genuine commitment to inclusive, student-centred learning. Brings a growth mindset, creativity, and the ability to adapt to meet diverse learning needs.

What You'll Do:

Plan and deliver engaging, innovative lessons in Graphics and Textiles that stretch and challenge students. Support student progress through effective assessment, feedback, and academic guidance. Foster a nurturing, purposeful, and professional learning environment where students thrive. Contribute to departmental planning, enrichment activities, and curriculum development. Participate in ongoing CPD and collaborate with a passionate team committed to continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

Join a friendly, experienced department with a reputation for excellence and student success. Work in a college that places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, professional development, and academic achievement. Be part of a wider vision to create a welcoming and transformative sixth form college where every student and staff member can flourish. Benefit from modern facilities and access to a wide range of resources that support creative teaching and learning.


At our core, we aim to promote a culture of growth, belonging, and aspiration -- helping students become their best selves and prepare for a successful future in higher education, creative industries, or beyond.

Additional Information:

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. We reserve the right to close or interview early based on the quality of applications received -- early applications are strongly encouraged.


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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We strive to be representative of the community we serve and know that diverse talent builds a better College and provides an enhanced experience for our students. We're committed to building an organisation where everyone is welcome, supported and able to thrive.


Equality and diversity are fundamental to our core beliefs and values. That's why we welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, socio-economic classes, religions, disabilities and ages in everything we do.

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Keeping children safe in education

We are values-driven and our vision is to provide an inclusive, aspirational and academic education for all our students, so that all of them will learn, thrive and lead successful lives.


The safeguarding of all students is paramount and this approach is embedded into everything we do. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


In line with Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines and having regard to all relevant guidance, any offer of employment will be subject to a comprehensive checking process including satisfactory references from current and previous employers, DBS Enhanced Disclosure and online searches will also be conducted for successful candidates.