What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Art and Photography to join our forward thinking team. Working at Uckfield College offers a rewarding opportunity to make real changes to the lives and outcomes of our young people. Applicants need to be capable of motivating students to 'love learning for life' through their teaching of this fantastic and highly-valued subject. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and proactive professional who will be responsible for providing excellent teaching in the classroom for Art and Photography. This position would be suitable for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or an experienced educator.
What the school offers its staff
Uckfield College is a highly successful and popular 11-18 school in the heart of rural Sussex yet within commuting distance of Brighton, Eastbourne and the South Coast. The College is an excellent working environment characterised by happy, well-motivated students and innovative and enthusiastic teachers. Following our inspection in April 2024, Uckfield College was awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by Ofsted, both as the overall judgement, and in each of the different categories that are evaluated.
Working at Uckfield College means joining a vibrant, dedicated and skilled team, who are committed to working collaboratively to achieve real excellence for our students. In return we offer a wealth of staff benefits including:
• Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling services
• Wellbeing initiatives, such as staff breakfasts, free sports activities, and social events
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to the safeguarding of children. References and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks will be conducted on successful applicants. Please note all roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.