14 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible or September 2026

  • Closing date

    23 March 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    9 March 2026

Job details

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 (FTE)

Teacher of Technology and Art job summary

St. Aidan’s Church of England High School

Harrogate www.staidans.co.uk

Teacher of Technology and Art (MPS/UPS)

Full time, maternity cover

Do you want to work in a school where the behaviour and attitudes of students is outstanding, a school which is driven by strong values, a caring ethos and a commitment to educational excellence, and where each and every student knows the gift of life in all its fullness?  Furthermore, a school where extra-curricular success is amongst the highest in the country and student outcomes are well above national average.  

St Aidan’s C of E High School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, well‑qualified and inspiring Teacher of Technology and Art to join our successful Art and Technology Faculty September 2026, or sooner if this is possible.

We are looking for a colleague with strong subject knowledge, a genuine passion for Technology and Art, and a drive to inspire young people. The ideal candidate will be innovative in their approach to teaching and curriculum development, committed to raising achievement, and dedicated to promoting high expectations for all students. You will be a strong communicator, a positive team‑player, and someone who contributes actively to both departmental and whole‑school culture.

This post is particularly suitable for candidates with a specialism in textiles or Art, though we are a large, adaptable faculty and welcome applicants from all Technology and Art backgrounds. The ability to teach a second subject, and to offer teaching up to advanced level would be advantageous

In return, we offer a highly supportive and collaborative Art and Technology Faculty, alongside a rich and varied programme of professional development. CPD opportunities include in‑school training, external Middle Leadership pathways, online learning platforms, Trust‑wide development through the Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust, and access to the Leeds for Learning partnership. You will have the chance to teach enthusiastic students who value learning within a school that invests in its staff and celebrates academic excellence and personal growth.

Completed applications should be submitted via My New Term by 9am on Monday, 23rd March 2026. A Job Description and Person Specification detailing the requirements of the role are also available to download for your reference.    

Interviews will take place during week commencing 13th April 2026.

Safeguarding  

St. Aidan’s Church of England High School (part of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust) takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all children and the prevention of extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to provide references, undertake an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Practices of Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust. Checks are also undertaken to verify identity, address, qualifications required for the post, right to work in the UK and previous employment history.

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.
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Commitment to safeguarding

St Aidan’s Church of England High School (Part of YCST) takes safeguarding very seriously and is committed to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all children and the prevention of extremism. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to provide references, undertake an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service and comply with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Practices of YCST. Checks are also undertaken to verify identity, address, qualifications required for the post, right to work in the UK and previous employment history.

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 St Aidan's Church of England High School

School type
Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
2026 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 18
Ofsted report
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St. Aidan’s Church of England High School requires for September 2023, a well-qualified History graduate to join a successful Department in our flourishing School. There are approximately 2000 pupils on roll with over 1000 students in an Associated Sixth Form with St John Fisher Catholic High School.

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