Stanchester Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Art/DT Teacher to join our team on a part‑time (0.8) basis. This maternity cover position offers an exciting opportunity to inspire and engage students in KS3 and KS4, nurturing their creativity, confidence and practical skills.
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
- Deliver high‑quality teaching in Art and Design Technology at Key Stages 3 and 4.
- Plan and prepare engaging lessons that inspire creativity and curiosity.
- Assess, record and report on students’ progress and attainment.
- Create a positive, safe and stimulating classroom environment.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to support high‑quality teaching and learning across the department.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school and foster positive relationships with students, colleagues and families.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Has strong subject knowledge in Art and/or Design Technology.
- Demonstrates effective behaviour management skills.
- Is confident with ICT and classroom technologies (e.g., interactive whiteboards).
- Is reflective, innovative and passionate about supporting all students to achieve.
Why Join Us?
- A supportive, values‑driven Trust focused on student success.
- A dedicated and collaborative staff team.
- Employee Reward Scheme including high street discounts and a staff wellbeing centre.
All applications must be fully completed; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please note we do not accept CVs.
Closing Date for applications: Thursday 23rd April 2026 at 11:59pm
We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.
We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to
a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.
We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).