Teacher of Art
About the job
*Part-time requests will be considered.
As a Teacher of Art, you will:
- Deliver high-quality and engaging art lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Inspire students to develop their artistic skills, confidence, and creative thinking.
- Contribute to an innovative and inclusive art curriculum that meets the needs of all learners.
- Encourage exploration of diverse artistic traditions, techniques, and media.
- Support extracurricular art activities, such as clubs, exhibitions, and competitions, to celebrate student creativity and achievements.
- Play an active role in fostering a vibrant and stimulating learning environment.
We are seeking a candidate who:
- Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and has a deep knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching art.
- Demonstrates the ability to deliver inspiring lessons that engage and motivate students of all abilities.
- Has a commitment to developing creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression in students.
- Works effectively as part of a team and values collaboration and inclusivity.
- Is enthusiastic, innovative, and keen to contribute to the wider life of the school.
About the School:
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11-16 secondary school in an urban context which is as committed to the welfare of students and staff as it is to our high-quality education. Staff wellbeing is a key focus of the school. Staff voice is very important to us in determining both our change management plans and our ongoing wellbeing objectives. Our school benefits from excellent, modern facilities and teaching spaces and we are very proud of our vibrant, diverse and engaging students who work hard and have high aspirations. To learn more about our school, visit our website www.maidenerleghschoolreading.co.uk
About the Trust:
Maiden Erlegh Trust is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community of highly effective schools that deliver excellent education opportunities for the children and young people of the communities we serve. Through our work we will ensure that our children are equipped with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to deal with the demands of an ever-changing world. The Trust currently comprises 9 schools in the local area, with a variety of settings including primary, secondary, special and a PRU. As a Trust, we encourage professional development at all levels through the use of cross Trust networks to share best practice and ideas. We also actively encourage the promotion of staff to different roles within the Trust and to different settings in line with their career aspirations. Click Work @ Maiden Erlegh Trust to find out more information about why you should work for Maiden Erlegh Trust and to read testimonials from existing staff.
Benefits:
Further information about some of the staff benefits that Maiden Erlegh Trust offers its employees, can be found on our website HERE
Staff Wellbeing is very important to us. As a member of Maiden Erlegh Trust staff these are just some of the examples of how we show our appreciation to staff.
- We operate a system of ‘ME days’ allowing staff to request on additional day off per year to attend special events such as children’s sports days & graduations, family and friends' weddings.
- CPD is available for all staff at all levels.
- Free flu vaccinations are offered to all staff.
- Free eye tests are provided for eligible staff.
- Breakfast and lunch provided for staff regularly, including on many INSET days and as a thank you throughout the year.
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for our students, then you are encouraged to explore further by contacting recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for a more detailed discussion, if required.
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references.
