Teacher of Photography & Art

From the advert

Permanent. Full time.

Discover Art at Crawshaw Academy HERE

We are delighted to invite applications for a highly skilled, creative and innovative Teacher of Art and Photography to join our thriving department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate practitioner with expertise in GCSE Art and experience of teaching GCSE Photography. The successful candidate will have experience and expertise in teaching Photography, with the ability to deliver engaging, high-quality Photography lessons and inspire students to develop their technical, creative and visual communication skills. They will also have strong knowledge across a range of artistic disciplines, including ceramics, printmaking, drawing, painting and art theory.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher who encourages students to explore, take creative risks and develop confidence in their artistic and photographic abilities. We value colleagues who demonstrate a strong work ethic, a commitment to effective formative assessment to improve outcomes, and a genuine desire to continually develop their practice. In return, we offer a supportive environment where creativity is celebrated and teachers are encouraged to make a meaningful difference to young people's creative journeys.

About our School

Crawshaw Academy is a welcoming and supportive community, shaped by a dedicated staff team who genuinely care about giving every young person the best possible experience. We encourage our students to aim high, believe in themselves and be ambitious about their futures. We believe education is about more than results. It is about helping young people grow into confident, kind and well-rounded individuals. Our staff take the time to know each student well, recognising their strengths, nurturing their talents and supporting them to achieve their best.

Learning beyond the classroom is highly valued at Crawshaw Academy. A wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including sport, the arts, trips and performances, enables students to discover new interests, build friendships and develop teamwork, leadership and resilience. We set high standards because we care. By providing the right balance of challenge, guidance and support, we want every student to feel valued, confident and able to thrive.

As part of Red Kite Learning Trust, you will join a collaborative network of schools committed to improving outcomes for children and young people, with opportunities to share expertise, access high-quality professional development and contribute to improvement across the Trust.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Generous benefits, rewards and discounts: Full details HERE
• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

For more about Crawshaw Academy, click the ‘view our careers page’ button.

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• Excellent classroom practitioner with the ability to deliver engaging and effective Art and Photography lessons
• Passionate about Art and Photography and inspiring young people to develop their creativity
• Committed to achieving positive outcomes and supporting all pupils to reach their potential
• Collaborative and reflective professional who contributes positively to the wider school community

Next Steps

Ready to Apply: If you have all the info you need, click APPLY NOW to start your application.

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Jo Bentley at [email protected].

Adjustments: Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section ‘Disability and Accessibility’.

Applicant Guidance: Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed.