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Teacher of Art

West Coventry Academy, Coventry, West Midlands, CV4 9PW

This job expired on 24 April 2026 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  24 April 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  30 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or Lecturer
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: MPS

Teacher of Art job summary

West Coventry Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, creative, and committed Teacher of Art to join our vibrant and forward-thinking department. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire students and contribute to a thriving school community dedicated to excellence. We are looking for a talented Art teacher who:

• Has a genuine passion for Art and creativity, and can inspire this in students
• Delivers engaging, high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 (Key Stage 5 desirable)
• Encourages students to develop confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills
• Is committed to raising achievement and supporting all learners to reach their full potential
• Works collaboratively within a supportive and ambitious department

What you'll need to succeed

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Have strong subject knowledge and a love for Art education
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations of behaviour and achievement
• Demonstrate a commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing
• Be motivated, organised, and eager to contribute to wider school life

What you'll get in return

• Supportive and collaborative staff culture
• Well-resourced Art department with excellent facilities
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and employee benefits package
• Competitive pension scheme (Teachers’ Pension Scheme)
• Professional development and wellbeing days

What you need to do now

To apply please complete an application form online. Please include a supporting statement outlining ‘what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role’.

To arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact Ana Neofitou, Headteacher, via email: staffaxn@westcoventryacademy.org or call 02476 426200

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the roles be successfully filled.

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.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement of the role.

The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership (ATLP) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work.

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About West Coventry Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1317 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: West Coventry Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/west-coventry-academy

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