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

A vibrant secondary academy in Swindon is seeking an innovative Art & Design Teacher to join its Visual Arts department for a permanent January start. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an inclusive school that places a high value on visual literacy, creative expression, and gallery showcases. 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 community gallery displays 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 Convenient Swindon location with direct transport links across Wiltshire and Berkshire 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 Swindon for a January start.