Teacher of Art and Photography

We are proudly inclusive, with a specialist resource provision (SRP) for pupils whose primary need is Autism Spectrum Condition, ensuring that all young people are able to learn, thrive and belong. Our commitment extends not only to pupils but also to the people who work with them every day. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and sustaining an expert workforce through high-quality talent development, ensuring that our staff are skilled, motivated and well supported.

By investing in professional learning, coaching, wellbeing and leadership pathways, we ensure that our teachers can flourish and that students benefit from consistently excellent teaching.

The Kingston Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

• A passion for nurturing creativity in young people;
  Strong subject knowledge;
  Commitment to excellent teaching; A willingness to contribute fully to the wider life of our vibrant and growing school.
• The Kingston Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Art and Photography to join our vibrant team. You will deliver high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, inspiring students to explore ideas, experiment with a range of media and develop their creativity, confidence and visual understanding. We are especially interested in hearing from colleagues who can offer expertise in photography, creative media and or 3D design.
• Art and Design plays a distinctive role in the school curriculum, encouraging students to interpret and understand the world through visual communication while developing personal expression and independent enquiry. Students engage in stimulating and challenging creative tasks within a supportive environment that promotes experimentation with techniques, investigation of ideas and the realisation of artistic intentions through practical work.
• Working collaboratively within the department, you will contribute to curriculum planning, effective assessment and enrichment opportunities that showcase and celebrate students' creative achievements.
• The Kingston Academy is a high-performing, inclusive secondary school founded in 2015. Today we educate over 1,400 pupils from Year 7 through to Sixth Form and are proud to serve our diverse and vibrant community. In 2025, we were recognised as one of the Top 10 best non-selective state schools in the UK based on GCSE outcomes, reflecting our strong culture of aspiration, exceptional teaching, and commitment to every child's success.
  
  The school was also named among the Top 50 happiest schools in the UK in Ofsted's official wellbeing survey - a testament to the positive relationships, high standards of behaviour and supportive environment that underpin our ethos.
• At The Kingston Academy, we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.