Teacher of Art and Design Technology

Overview

As a teacher of both Art and Design Technology you will be joining a highly motivated team of teachers. The successful candidate may be expected to teach across both Art and Design Technology at Key Stage 3 and within their specialist discipline at Key Stage 4. Due to our current staffing suite, this is a flexible appointment and we are looking for the most suitable person to join our school community.

As such, teachers of any linked subject specialism are welcome to apply. Centralised but flexible resource planning enables teachers to teach responsively, and a sensible assessment & feedback policy ensures that students make progress at every stage and allows teachers to focus on planning excellent explanations and learning sequences. Information about our curriculum can be found here:
Curriculum Maps - The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy.

• A teacher committed to ambition, excellence, and community, who will work with the Head of Department to drive the growth and development of The Brian Clarke CE Academy. You will play a key role in supporting BCA to become an outstanding provider for young people, and continuing to support staff, who are committed and ambitious for young people, take pride in and enjoy their work.
• An inspiring, informed educator with a clear understanding of what makes outstanding educational provision for all, and the ability, understanding, and experience to lead, develop and manage a staff team to achieve this.
• Someone who will go the extra mile for students, not because they are asked to but because they want to; someone who will do their utmost to ensure all our students progress to the future destinations of their choice.
• Someone who will inspire students and the staff they work with, and build strong relationships with our parents, carers and community partners.

• Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
• Schools: a strong school community that places children, families and staff at the heart of everything we do
• A supportive team who will work with and alongside you to achieve the very best
• Teachers  career average pension scheme with a generous employer contribution
• Central Oldham location, close to good transport networks, less than 7 minutes from nearest bus or tram stops.

We only accept applications via our online portal. Teacher of Art and Design Technology applications must be received by 9am on Friday 6 February. Interviews for this post will take place on Wednesday 11 February. Successful applicants must be available to attend New Staff Induction Days on Thursday 27 and Friday 28 August 2026. If you have any questions or queries, or would just like to chat about the role, please get in touch via e-mail on (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

We look forward to hearing from you!