Teacher of Art

Woodlands; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Canterbury seeks an experienced Teacher of Art. The successful candidate will teach Art up to KS4 and potentially KS5 and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality education. This opportunity is ideal for both seasoned professionals looking to enhance their careers and Early Career Teachers aspiring to gain valuable experience. A commitment to innovative teaching is essential. Applications are encouraged early as the position may be filled prior to the deadline.

Benefits

Commitment to staff welfare

Opportunities for job share and flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Art up to KS4 is essential.
• Teaching Art at KS5 is preferable.
• Ability to provide innovative and inspirational teaching.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of skilled Art Teachers.
• Deliver excellence in the classroom.
• Collaborate to build a vibrant and outstanding department.

Skills

Teaching Art up to KS4

Innovative teaching

Photography

Teaching Art at KS5

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of Art

THE POST

Required for 2026, the Trustees are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, experienced Teacher of Art. The successful candidate will be joining a team of highly experienced Art Teachers at Barton Manor School.

The ability to teach Art up to KS4 is essential and photography desirable. The ability to teach Art at KS5 is desirable.

The successful candidate should be able to deliver excellence in the classroom, providing innovative and inspirational teaching and learning. This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified candidate to work with colleagues to build a vibrant and outstanding department. This post is suitable for an experienced professional looking to further their expertise or an ECT starting their career.

Deadline: Friday 27 February 2026 at 9am. Early applications are encouraged and we retain the right to fill the vacancy before the deadline date.

How To Apply

Applications for this post should be made online only using the School’s application form. CVs will not be accepted. Visit the website and click on Recruitment for more information. Please email your application to [e-mail].

If you wish to discuss the post or to arrange a visit, please contact the HR Department on [e-mail].

Barton Manor School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and a check against the ISA Barred List for Children.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and proceed to interview upon receipt of a number of suitably qualified applications. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

In line with the latest KCSIE guidance, 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 at interview stage.

Our safeguarding practices prevent us from accepting CV’s.

Barton Court Academy Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

Further details and information about the Trust can be found on our website page.

A commitment to staff welfare and promoting BCAT core values is at the heart of this role.