Art and Design Technology Teacher

North Star 265°, Bristol, Bristol, BS9 2NT

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  15 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Art and design
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,951.00 - £45,351.00 Annually (Actual) MPS plus SEN 1 or 2 depending on experience

Art and Design Technology Teacher job summary

North Star 265 is part of North Star Academy Trust’s specialist provision in North Bristol, supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are committed to providing a joined‑up, high‑quality educational experience that enables every pupil to thrive both academically and personally.

We are seeking an experienced and creative KS3 teacher with a background in Design Technology and Art. Working primarily with KS3 pupils taught on a primary-style model, you will play a key role in delivering an engaging, practical and inclusive curriculum that motivates learners and supports their individual needs. Experience of working within an SEMH or SEND setting would be advantageous. The school is expanding and you will join in a year where we will move from our primary model being taught in Secondary to a subject specialism curriculum.

You will bring our innovative curriculum to life through hands‑on, project‑based learning, maintaining strong routines while inspiring pupils to explore creativity, develop practical skills and take pride in their achievements. You will be passionate about safeguarding, committed to inclusion, and determined to build positive relationships that support pupils’ social, emotional and academic development.

This role offers real scope to shape curriculum delivery, develop pupils’ confidence and resilience, and contribute to a nurturing, collaborative team culture where staff are supported to grow and make a meaningful difference every day.

We are looking for a teacher with:

• The ability to plan and deliver quality Art and Design Technology lessons across the school
• A good Knowledge of SEMH education and/or Autistic Spectrum Conditions / Learning difficulties & other special needs e.g. an understanding of trauma and attachment
• Experience with the use of assessment data and implementing strategies for raising achievement of pupils with SEMH
• A commitment to working collaboratively as part of a team to actively promote inclusion and ensure the safeguarding of all pupils
• Experience of managing HLTAs and/or LSAs in the classroom

You will be part of:

• A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
• A caring and inclusive ethos
• A school which has supportive trustees and parents with high expectations of the school

In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression for the right person.

Safeguarding Statement

North Star Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children , young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment . This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About North Star 265°

• School type: Free Schools, ages 8 to 16
• School size: 2 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 8 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: North Star 265° website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/north-star-265

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