Art & Photography Teacher

Contract : Full-time, permanent

Salary : MPS / UPS scale match (Dependent on experience)

Start date : Immediately

Location : Liverpool area

About the role

We’re looking for a dynamic Art Teacher with strong Photography experience to inspire students across KS3–KS5. You’ll deliver engaging lessons in Fine Art and Photography (digital and / or darkroom), nurture creative confidence, and contribute to a thriving visual arts culture through exhibitions, competitions, and community projects.

Key responsibilities

Plan and deliver high-quality, sequenced lessons in Art and Photography that stretch all learners (KS3–KS4; KS5 desirable).

Teach digital photography workflows (DSLR / mirrorless, composition, lighting) and post-production (Adobe Photoshop / Lightroom; Bridge / Camera Raw).

Model effective assessment for learning, provide timely feedback, and track progress against departmental and exam-board criteria (e.g., GCSE / A-level ).

Curate displays and exhibitions ; lead enrichment such as photography club, portfolio workshops, and gallery visits.

Contribute to curriculum development, resources, and standardisation / moderation.

Maintain excellent safeguarding , H&S, and equipment / consumables management; coordinate bookings and kit loans.

Communicate effectively with parents / carers and colleagues; uphold school values and behaviour expectations.

About you

Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS ) or working towards it; ECTs welcome.

Degree in a relevant field (Fine Art, Photography, Visual Communication or similar).

Demonstrable photography expertise : camera operation, studio / natural light, editing workflow; darkroom skills advantageous.

Proven ability to raise attainment, differentiate effectively, and engage diverse learners.

Confident with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop / Lightroom; Illustrator / Premiere a plus).

Organised, collaborative, reflective; high expectations for students and yourself.

How to apply

Please complete the application form and send your CV to Jessica.preston@teachingpersonnel.com

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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