Teacher of Art & Design – Secondary Academy in Torquay

A creative secondary academy in Torquay, Devon, is seeking an imaginative Teacher of Art & Design with fine art and digital photography expertise to start immediately (ASAP). Job Overview The academy requires an experienced Art specialist to take over Key Stage 3 Art and Key Stage 4 GCSE Art & Design (Fine Art & Photography). The priority is maintaining coursework momentum, managing sketchbook development, and overseeing portfolio curation for GCSE candidates preparing for Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) deadlines. Working within dedicated art studios and digital Mac suites, you will lead practical workshops across painting, drawing, mixed media, and lens-based editing (Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom). Key Responsibilities Deliver studio art and lens-based media lessons across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 Guide GCSE candidates through artist research, contextual investigations, and developmental sketchbooks Maintain studio safety, digital media suites, material supplies, and chemical fixatives in line with COSHH Track pupil coursework progress against exam board assessment objectives (AO1–AO4) Prepare student outcomes for internal portfolio moderation and upcoming creative exhibitions Support general student welfare and maintain an expressive, disciplined studio atmosphere Role Overview & Specifications Start Date: Immediate (ASAP) Contract Type: Full-time, ongoing contract through to the end of the academic year Location: Torquay, Devon Salary / Pay Scale: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS: £30,000–£46,525 equivalent) Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Fine Art & Photography Candidate Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT) Honors degree in Fine Art, Photography, Visual Arts, or a related creative discipline Practical capability in traditional fine art mediums and digital image editing Demonstrated success guiding GCSE students through portfolio completion An active enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or immediate readiness to apply) How to Apply: Please send your CV promptly to be considered for this immediate Art & Design teaching post in Torquay.