Art Teacher (Maternity Cover)
The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College, Manchester, M20 6BX14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
1st June 2026 or 1st September 2026
Closing date
27 March 2026 at 8am
Date listed
13 March 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- Art and design
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term - (12‑month maternity cover) - Maternity or parental leave cover
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR
What skills and experience we're looking for
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic, creative and ambitious Art Teacher to join our vibrant and forward‑thinking school. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the visual arts and committed to inspiring pupils across both key stages to explore their creativity and achieve exceptional outcomes. The ability to teach KS3 Design & Technology would be an advantage.
This is a fantastic role for someone who brings artistic flair, fresh ideas and a love of the subject—whether in fine art, digital art, photography, or a combination of disciplines.
Our ideal candidate will:
- Be an excellent classroom practitioner committed to high‑quality teaching and learning.
- Be passionate about Art and Photography, bringing imagination and innovation to the curriculum.
- Possess the ability to inspire, motivate and challenge pupils of all abilities.
- Play an active role in the life of the school and contribute to our wider creative and cultural offer.
- Be driven to secure the very best outcomes for all learners.
We warmly welcome applications from both ECTs and experienced teachers.
To apply, please return a completed application form to hr@thebarlowrchigh.co.uk. Please note: CVs are not accepted.
Closing date: Friday 27th March 2026, 7.00am
Interview date: Week beginning 30th March 2026
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
- A skilled, talented and supportive team of colleagues.
- A comprehensive programme of purposeful, relevant CPD tailored to your professional growth.
- A minimum of 16% PPA for all teachers (ECTs in line with statutory guidance).
- A behaviour culture grounded in high expectations, supported by a centralised behaviour system.
- Regular review of staff workload and a strong commitment to wellbeing.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing
of children and young people and expects all staff to share their
commitment. An enhanced DBS is required for all successful applicants.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 918 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- hr@thebarlowrchigh.co.uk
- Phone number
- 0161 445 8053
The Barlow is a highly successful, mixed, 11-16 Catholic comprehensive.
In June 2024, Ofsted judged our school to be ‘Good’ in all categories.
Public examination results are strong; above national average in most
subject areas. We are a diverse and inclusive community, with high
standards of pupil behaviour and a calm and purposeful learning
environment. The school is located in Didsbury, a popular area of south
Manchester, with excellent transport links.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the wellbeing
of children and young people and expects all staff to share their
commitment. An enhanced DBS is required for all successful applicants.
Arranging a visit to The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@thebarlowrchigh.co.uk.
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