Location: Poole, Dorset
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
An exciting opportunity has opened for a dedicated and expressive Art Teacher to join a dynamic Arts faculty in an inclusive, high-achieving secondary school in Poole this September.
Your Role
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Teach Art across KS3–KS4, with potential KS5 Fine Art or Graphics depending on your expertise
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Support creative exploration in a range of media including painting, sculpture, and digital art
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Contribute to the organisation of exhibitions, art shows, and student-led gallery events
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Encourage student voice and creative identity within a supportive and inclusive classroom
Candidate Requirements
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Degree in Art, Fine Art, or Visual Arts with QTS
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Excellent knowledge of GCSE/A-Level Art assessment and sketchbook requirements
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Ability to guide students through personal investigation and critical thinking in Art
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Creative, resilient, and committed to equity in arts education
Why This School?
The school has a modern arts wing, including dedicated studios and gallery space. The Art department is central to the school’s ethos, promoting expression, community, and innovation.
Incentives
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Access to materials budgets and art competitions
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Artist-in-residence programmes
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Artsmark Gold-accredited school
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Paid trips to local and national galleries