Teacher of Art

Teacher of Art (with ability to teach KS4 Textiles and/or Photography)

CAPTION:

• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Salary: Not specified
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Rochdale, OL12 6LD
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 22 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 5 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Art with the ability to teach KS4 Textiles and/or Photography who:

• Is passionate about teaching Art and Textiles/Photography and inspiring young people.
• Can create engaging, inclusive lessons that support progress for all learners.
• Values collaboration and works well as part of a team.
• Is open to ongoing professional learning and development.

What the school offers its staff

What can we offer you?

At Falinge Park High School, you will benefit from:

• A strong and supportive faculty, delivering Art at KS3, Textiles, Photography and Art at KS4.
• A school where visual Art outcomes are consistently strong.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development within the school and across the Watergrove Trust.
• Access to a supportive ECT programme (if applicable) and a comprehensive professional learning programme.
• Opportunities to take part in enrichment activities including field trips.
• A positive working environment, where wellbeing is priortised and staff are valued.
• A vibrant and inclusive school community where you can make a real difference.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children.

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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• Is passionate about teaching Art and Textiles/Photography and inspiring young people.
• Can create engaging, inclusive lessons that support progress for all learners.
• Values collaboration and works well as part of a team.
  
  A commitment to ongoing professional development within the school and across the Watergrove Trust.
• Access to a supportive ECT programme (if applicable) and a comprehensive professional learning programme.
• Opportunities to take part in enrichment activities including field trips.
• A positive working environment, where wellbeing is priortised and staff are valued.
• A vibrant and inclusive school community where you can make a real difference.