We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Art teacher for our Senior School who has the ability to teach Graphic Design. The ideal candidate will be passionate about their subject, understanding the significance of Art as an important, pleasurable and fundamental realm of human experience. They will bring a dynamic and engaging approach to teaching, delivering lessons that inspire creative thought, planning and analysis and a genuine love of Art in all its forms.
Applicants wishing to be considered for full time and part time working will be considered.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT OUR SCHOOL
Every employee at EHS is a valued member of the team, and staff wellbeing is important.
- a generous employer pension
- on-site parking
- use of the gym and pool
- training opportunities
- delicious lunches prepared by our onsite catering team
- access to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens for employees and their families
- access to an Employee Assistance Programme
OUR ART DEPARMENT
The Art and Design curricula involve a range of work comprising Fine Art, Graphic Design and Ceramics, offering opportunities for photography, film-making and animation as well as the traditional areas of drawing, painting and work in mixed media. The Department is extremely well resourced with facilities including a Graphics Suite equipped with Apple Mac computers, scanners, cameras, professional studio lighting and digital projector; a Fine Art Studio equipped with easels and a wide range of media and a fine art library; and a Ceramics Studio equipped with kilns, a spray booth and a pug mill.
- a Graphics Suite equipped with Apple Mac computers, scanners, cameras, professional studio lighting and digital projector
- a Fine Art Studio equipped with easels and a wide range of media and a fine art library
- a Ceramics Studio equipped with kilns, a spray booth and a pug mill
APPLICATIONS
This is a full time permanent position from the start of the spring term 2027. A full job description and person specification can be found in the Information Pack. Applicants wishing to be considered for part-time working are also welcome.
Art Teachers with no experience of Graphic Design will be considered on a 2-term contract basis.
The closing date for applications is noon on 4pm on Thursday 15th October 2026. Early entries are highly encouraged and will be considered as soon as they are submitted. Portfolios showing a range of work with different year groups should be sent to recruitment@edgbastonhigh.co.uk.
Interviews will take place at Edgbaston High School for Girls during the week commencing 19th October (or earlier for early suitable applications).
To comply with KCSIE Edgbaston High School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and Disclosure and Barring Services.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Edgbaston High School is an equal opportunities employer.
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Teacher of Art and Graphic Design in Birmingham employer: The Independent Schools Council
The Edinburgh Academy Junior School and Nursery is an exceptional employer, fostering a warm and inclusive community where every staff member's contribution is valued. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from access to training, a generous pension scheme, and a range of employee perks including discounted health insurance and a three-course lunch during term time. This role not only offers meaningful work with young children but also the opportunity to engage in co-curricular activities, making it a rewarding environment for personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
The Independent Schools Council Recruitment Team
