Teacher of Art

Teacher of Art

We are looking for a fabulous experienced or newly qualified Teacher of Art who has a deep passion for creativity in drawing, painting and design to join our high performing team at Unsworth Academy. The Arts department comprises three Art/Photography teachers, one Drama teacher and one Music teacher.

• Deliver and develop a world‑class curriculum and add learner opportunities to it.
• Collaborate with the other Arts and Creative & Performing Arts staff to support productions, enrichment activities and cross‑departmental initiatives that enhance the Academy’s cultural life.
• Continuously improve teaching practice and contribute to the cultural impact of the Arts through all aspects of learner experience.

• Strong subject skills and knowledge in Art.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to continuous improvement of curriculum and teaching practice.

• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days rising to 39 days after 5 years of service, including Bank Holidays)
• Medcash Health & Wellbeing Plan
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to the Institute of Education and numerous professional development courses
• Experience leadership and subject‑specific support
• Guidance from former HMIs and serving Ofsted Inspectors within the Trust
• Opportunity to work with different schools within the Trust as a Professional Advocate
• Participation in peer reviews and placement projects within our family of schools
• Access to a suite of online courses