Teacher of Art & Design Technology

Oathall; Lindfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive community college in Lindfield is looking for an enthusiastic Teacher of Art & Design Technology for maternity cover starting April 2026. This 0.8 FTE position invites both full-time applications and offers an opportunity to maintain high teaching standards while inspiring creativity. The role is suitable for ECTs, experienced educators, and those returning to teaching. Applications must be submitted via the specified teacher application form and will undergo necessary checks before appointment.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach GCSE Photography is essential.
• Candidates can include ECTs, experienced teachers, or former teachers returning.
• Specialisms in any Design Technology discipline are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Inspire creativity in Art and Design Technology students.
• Maintain high teaching and learning standards.
• Deliver quality education in a supportive environment.

Skills

GCSE Photography

Creativity inspiration

Teaching standards maintenance

Job description

Teacher of Art & Design Technology (Maternity Cover)

Position: Teacher of Art & Design Technology

Type: 0.8 FTE (full-time considered)

Start Date: April 2026. Contract length: open-ended.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Art & Design Technology to cover maternity leave starting April 2026. The position is offered at 0.8 FTE, though full‑time applications are also welcome. Contract length is open.

The successful candidate will inspire creativity and maintain high teaching and learning standards across Art and Design Technology. You must be able to teach GCSE Photography; we welcome applicants with specialisms in any Design Technology discipline.

Suitable candidates include ECTs, experienced teachers, and former teachers returning to the profession, offering an excellent opportunity within a thriving faculty.

Oathall Community College is an ambitious, forward‑thinking, growing 11‑16 community college with over 1,300 students. We set high expectations and are strongly committed to raising standards and achievement for all. We value Continuing Professional Learning, supported by a comprehensive training programme and close collaboration with our local federation schools.

We commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. All appointments are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, satisfactory references, and other relevant employment checks.

Applications must be completed using the teacher application form and recruitment monitoring form (both available on our website https://www.oathall.org/about-oathall/vacancies/), and a letter of application (no more than two sides of A4). CVs will not be accepted.

Please submit your application by email to [e-mail] or by post to Mrs Sara Atkin, ensuring it arrives no later than 9am on Tuesday 27 January.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 4 February.

Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.