18 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    September 2026

  • Closing date

    23 February 2026 at 8am

  • Date listed

    5 February 2026

Job details

Job role

Visa sponsorship

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Subject

Art and design

Working pattern

Part time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£32,916.00 - £45,350.00 Annually (FTE)

Teacher of Art & Design/STEAM (0.2 FTE) job summary

The Role

Teacher of Art & Design/STEAM (0.2 FTE, Permanent)

We are seeking an inspiring and innovative Teacher of Art & Design/STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) to join our creative and forward-thinking team. This exciting role will work across our Art & Design and Computing departments to deliver imaginative, cross-curricular learning that encourages curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher looking for an exciting, fresh opportunity or a newly qualified teacher looking to widen their experience in their first teaching role. You will be joining a friendly, supportive and forward thinking school community, which was once again judged ‘Good with Outstanding features’ by Ofsted in November 2024. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on our students’ progress and to develop your teaching career where creativity, innovation and the ability to work effectively in a team is valued.

As our new Teacher of Art & Design/STEAM you will:

  • Teach high-quality and inclusive Art & Design/STEAM lessons across KS3-KS4
  • Plan and deliver creative, interdisciplinary projects that integrate design, technology, science, and artistic practice
  • Engage students with a range of innovative teaching strategies, digital tools, and practical activities
  • Create a safe, inspiring, and well-organised learning environment
  • Monitor student progress and provide high-quality feedback to support individual growth
  • Participate in extracurricular clubs, exhibitions, competitions, or events that promote the arts and STEAM learning

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Is well-qualified with strong subject knowledge in Art & Design and an interest in STEAM
  • Has the ability to inspire students through dynamic, creative, and practical teaching
  • Brings enthusiasm for developing interdisciplinary approaches to learning
  • Can confidently integrate digital technologies, design software, and practical materials into lessons
  • Is committed to promoting high standards and ensuring every student thrives
  • Is a reflective practitioner, keen to innovate and collaborate with colleagues

In return, we offer:

  • A flexible approach to curriculum design
  • A supportive school community with friendly, enthusiastic and caring colleagues
  • CPD and career opportunities for staff at every stage of their career
  • A collaborative working environment within a strong support network
  • Curious and ambitious students who are inspired to collaborate, explore and question
  • Laptop for every member of teaching staff
  • A school with fantastic grounds on the edge of the New Forest
  • Electric vehicle charging points
  • A cycle to work scheme

If you are excited by the opportunity to join a highly regarded and successful department and make a real impact on young people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement

The Burgate School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. We will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps in employments. This role involves directly working with children and any offer of a role will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as all other relevant safeguarding/pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance.


We will also conduct an individual online search on any successful candidates, as part of our due diligence in line with the DfE's 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This may help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, which might potentially impact your ability to carry out the role and are publicly available online. Any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.

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

The Burgate School & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Any offer of a post will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as all other relevant safeguarding/pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance.

Applying for the job

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

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About The Burgate School and Sixth Form

School type
Academy, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
1098 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
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School website
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The Burgate School and Sixth Form converted to a Single Academy Trust in May 2011. We are a popular, Hampshire school, situated in expansive grounds on the outskirts of Fordingbridge in Hampshire, providing high quality comprehensive education for children aged between 11 and 18. We enjoy an excellent reputation within the local community for our high standards.

We offer a broad curriculum covering a wide range of subjects at GCSE and A Level which are delivered by a highly qualified and caring team of professional teachers and support staff who are committed to offering the highest quality of education to the students alongside a creative approach to learning that inspires curiosity, builds collaboration, helps develop resilience and encourages flexibility of thought.

Our school vision is that we want every child to enjoy their learning and feel valued for who they are. We believe that Every Burgate Child Matters and we recognise all of our students as individuals, encouraging each to reach their full potential. We have high aspirations for every student and are committed to raising standards of achievement and nurturing a culture of high expectations to drive success for each student in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. We want to support our students in becoming independent learners, as well as confident and responsible young people thereby achieving our motto of Learning for Life.

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