Teacher of Art & Design

Ref: SCH- NALP-0055
Establishment: Hurworth School Location: Darlington Salary: M1-M3 £31,650 – £35,674 pro rata (£19,476.92 - £21,953.23 per annum) Department: Art and Design Job Type: Part Time Key Stage: Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Closing Date: 08/07/2025 12:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: Sept 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter

Additional Information

Contract Type: Fixed Term (31/08/2026) Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 20.00 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: Main Pay Range | M1 - M3

The Role

Who we’re looking for an outstanding teacher who can inspire students and instil a love of Art 

 

The successful candidate will have the ability to deliver quality teaching that drives achievement and inspires a love of learning. You will be able to demonstrate experience of achieving positive outcomes for pupils, as well as being passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people. As a committed team player, you will have excellent organisational skills and the natural ability to motivate both pupils and peers. Days of work are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

 

In return we can offer high quality in-house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; access to Trust networks and professional development; access to Darlington networks; a highly supportive and collaborative staff; amazing children. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Mrs T Minshull (Assistant Head Teacher) on 01325 720424 or by e-mail to tminshull@hurworth.nalp.org.uk  

 

If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the People Team at people@nalp.org.uk  


 


Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
Graduate in relevant subject with Qualified Teacher Status
Essential
Health and safety qualifications for the relevant subject
Essential
Well structured supporting letter indicating beliefs and understanding of important educational issues
Essential

Skills

Experience/Knowledge
Good classroom practitioner at KS3 & KS4
Essential
Up to date, excellent knowledge in subject, national and local policy, pedagogy, and classroom practice
Essential
Track record of embracing innovation
Essential
Understanding of competency-based curriculums in-line with assessment techniques and the ability to develop them
Essential
Experience in planning assessment strategies in line with desired outcomes 
Essential
A knowledge of current health and safety issues  
Essential
Relevant Skills
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with a range of different audiences including providing sensitive feedback to parents/carers and other professionals regarding pupil development
Essential
Ability to work effectively in a wide range of partnerships to achieve school improvement  
Essential
Ability or commitment to develop the use of new technology to a high level   
Essential
Ability to use ICT effectively in the classroom and to support learning
Essential
Understanding and commitment to raising standards, target setting and reviewing performance
Essential

Related Documents

Hurworth School - Teacher of Art & Design, June 25 Teacher of Art & Design - JOPS, June 25.docx Download

Safeguarding Information

An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give Northern Arch Learning Partnership consent to check their status if they are registered with the DBS Update Service. The Trust complies with the Code of Practice issued by the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may arise during this search at interview.

The Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

 

Hurworth School

Croft Road
Hurworth-on-Tees
Darlington
Durham
DL2 2JG

Tracy Minshull

https://hurworth.nalp.org.uk/
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