Teacher of Art

Cansfield High School, Wigan, Lancashire, WN4 9TP

23 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  5 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  12 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Suitable for early career teachers
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Art and design
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual)

Teacher of Art job summary

Cansfield High School is looking to appoint a Teacher of Art to join our vibrant Creative Faculty. The successful candidate will be an inspiring and dynamic teacher with a passion for art and creativity, and the vision to further develop this popular and successful subject area. Collaboration is key, and you will work closely with colleagues to achieve the very best outcomes for our students. This is an 18-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This post is open to both experienced and newly qualified teachers and presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued development of Art across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher who is fully committed to inspiring young people and enriching the curriculum.

You will be a creative practitioner who thrives on inspiring young people, encouraging experimentation, and nurturing individual artistic expression. A collaborative approach is essential, as is the ability to motivate and challenge students of all abilities to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a clear passion for inclusive learning, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to helping every student find their creative voice. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and forward-thinking school community.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged. Should you wish to arrange a tour of the school, please contact Mr Dickinson, Head of Creatives, on 01942 727391 or by email at p.dickinson@cansfield.wigan.sch.uk

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 Cansfield High School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1036 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cansfield High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cansfield-high-school

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