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Teacher of Textiles
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you?
1. Love teaching
2. Strive for academic excellence
3. Want your students to feel valued, safe, and happy
4. Enjoy working within a strong team
5. Commit to providing an exciting range of opportunities for students
6. Inspire your students, parents, and colleagues
7. Believe that every student can learn, achieve, and thrive.
Invicta Grammar School is a highly respected school offering an exciting opportunity to build on the achievements of a flagship department. We would like to appoint a Teacher of Textiles to join us in September 2026.
The Teacher of Textiles is responsible for delivering high-quality lessons, inspiring academically able students to develop creativity, technical competence and a strong understanding of textile design and manufacture. The postholder will plan and teach engaging lessons, assess and track progress, maintain a safe and well-managed workshop environment, and contribute to curriculum development and the wider life of the school.
Come and join our dedicated team of professionals who are always willing to support new staff in the best interests of our students. Our school continually evolves in our drive for excellence; we aspire to provide Outstanding Care, Outstanding Education, and Outstanding Opportunities. New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust (VIAT) is set up to provide networking, support, quality assurance, and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment, we want to meet you.
Closing date for applications is: Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
An Application Form can be found on our website at:
Applications will be considered upon receipt (early applications are encouraged), and interviews will take place as soon as possible.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CVs.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence, and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found in the policy section on our website.
Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.
If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust, which will support you, i.e., large print, coloured forms.