Art & Design KS5 Teacher (Sixth Form)

Art & Design KS5 Teacher (Sixth Form)

Perry Barr, Birmingham

Full Time | Long Term Opportunity

Start Date: September 2026

Are you a creative and passionate Art & Design Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to inspire Sixth Form students?

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Art & Design KS5 Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive secondary school with a successful Sixth Form in Perry Barr, Birmingham. This is a full-time, long-term position starting at the beginning of the new academic year in September 2026, with the potential to become a permanent role for the right candidate.

Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, the school is committed to providing high-quality education within a positive and inclusive learning environment. Students are encouraged to develop their creativity, independence and ambition, whilst staff benefit from a collaborative culture and strong leadership support.

Ideally, the school is looking for an experienced Teacher; however, applications from ECTs are welcome also.

The Role

* Teaching Art & Design at Key Stage 5 within a thriving Sixth Form setting

* Planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire creativity and artistic development

* Preparing students for A-Level Art & Design examinations and portfolio coursework

* Supporting students in developing a range of artistic techniques, concepts and critical thinking skills

* Monitoring and assessing student progress to ensure excellent outcomes

* Creating a stimulating and inclusive learning environment

* Contributing to the continued success and development of the Art department

The Ideal Candidate

* Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

* Has experience teaching Art & Design within a secondary school environment

* Has the ability and confidence to teach Art & Design at KS5

* Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for the arts

* Possesses strong classroom management and organisational skills

* Is committed to supporting students in achieving their full creative potential

* Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* ECTs are encouraged to apply

The School Offers

* A welcoming and supportive school community

* A strong and approachable Senior Leadership Team

* Well-equipped Art facilities and resources

* A successful Sixth Form with motivated and engaged students

* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

* A positive working environment where staff wellbeing is valued

* The opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right teacher

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Art & Design Teacher to join a successful secondary school and Sixth Form in Perry Barr. Whether you are an experienced teacher looking for your next challenge or an ECT seeking to begin your career in a supportive and nurturing environment, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on students' creative and academic development.

To Apply

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Art & Design Teacher available from September 2026 and looking for a full-time, long-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in line with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. Therefore, applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including an enhanced DBS check (unless on the update service) along with a variety of others including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This job advert is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and complies to the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed