Teacher of Art & Design (Fine Art & Photography) – Vibrant Secondary School in Liverpool
A vibrant, creative secondary school in Liverpool, Merseyside, is seeking an imaginative Teacher of Art & Design to join its Visual Arts faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.
Job Overview
Visual arts play a central role in this school's creative culture, student exhibitions, and Key Stage 4 and 5 options. The successful candidate will deliver practical studio and contextual Art lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Art & Design / Fine Art), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Fine Art & Photography).
Working alongside art technicians and departmental colleagues, you will guide students through traditional drawing, painting, digital lens-based media (Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom), and portfolio curation for Non-Exam Assessment (NEA). This is a full-time, permanent contract.
Key Responsibilities
Teach practical studio art and theoretical contextual studies across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5
Guide GCSE and A-Level pupils through sketchbooks, artist investigations, NEA portfolios, and final exhibition pieces
Maintain studio safety, darkroom equipment, digital editing suites, and material inventories safely
Organize student art showcases, gallery trips, and creative portfolio masterclasses
Assess, track, and report on student progress across portfolio assessments and external moderation
Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development
Role Overview & Specifications
Start Date: January
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Salary / Pay Rate: MPS / UPS equivalent
Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Fine Art & Photography
Candidate Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT)
Honors degree in Fine Art, Photography, Visual Arts, or a closely related creative discipline
Demonstrated track record (or clear potential during training) for strong GCSE/A-Level Art outcomes
High personal artistic capability across fine art techniques, digital editing software, and portfolio presentation
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Art & Design position in Liverpool for a January start.
- Location
- Liverpool
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