Teacher of Art & Design – Secondary Academy in Plymouth (January Start)

A vibrant secondary academy in Plymouth, Devon, is seeking an imaginative Teacher of Art & Design with a Graphic Communication and Fine Art background to join its Visual Arts faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January. Job Overview Visual arts play an essential role in this school's creative curriculum, annual exhibitions, and Key Stage 4 and 5 options. The successful candidate will deliver practical studio and digital Art lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Art & Design / Graphic Communication), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Graphic Communication / Fine Art). Working alongside visual arts technicians, you will guide students through typography, branding, printmaking, digital vector design (Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop), and portfolio curation for Non-Exam Assessment (NEA). This is a full-time, permanent contract. Key Responsibilities Teach practical studio art and digital graphics lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5 Instruct pupils in layout design, typography, digital vector rendering, and traditional drawing Guide GCSE and A-Level candidates through sketchbooks, contextual research, NEA portfolios, and final moderation Maintain studio safety, digital graphics suites, printmaking equipment, and material inventories in line with COSHH Organize student design showcases, regional agency visits, and creative portfolio masterclasses Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development Role Overview & Specifications Start Date: January Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract Location: Plymouth, Devon Salary / Pay Rate: MPS / UPS equivalent Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Art & Design (Graphic Communication) Candidate Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT) Honors degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Art, or a closely related discipline Demonstrated track record (or clear potential during training) for strong GCSE/A-Level Art/Graphics outcomes Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) alongside studio art techniques An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Art & Graphics position in Plymouth for a January start.