Teacher of Art

Teacher of ArtPermanent, Full-Time Salary Range: M1 - UPS3 £32,916 - £51,048 FTE Start date: September 2026 The Joseph Whitaker School is a popular 11-18 school, in Rainworth, a village just outside of Mansfield. It serves the three local villages of Blidworth, Rainworth and Ravenshead and has 1360 students. The Governors are seeking to appoint a well-qualified Art Teacher with initiative, drive and determination to join our incredibly high-performing Art department. Over the last three years we have seen a significant rise in GCSE and A-level numbers as the department continue to consistently deliver the highest exam results in the school. We have extremely high expectations of our students and staff, and we offer excellent training and professional development opportunities. This position would be ideal for someone looking to broaden their experience or an Early Career Teacher. As a school we offer: A strong team environment that takes staff well-being seriouslyA dedicated Senior Leadership Team who want to see colleagues progress and flourish in their careersSupport from the wider Trust including numerous CPD opportunitiesAccess to Schools’ Advisory Service, offering mental health and wellbeing support to staffGenerous employer contribution to Local Government and Teacher Pensions SchemeCycle to work scheme On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position. If you would like further information and require an informal conversation or visit, please telephone or email our school office via 01623 792327 or office@josephwhitaker.org The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of ch