Teacher of Art

OverviewLeeds West Academy is seeking an ambitious and aspirational Art and Photography Teacher to join our thriving team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a forward-thinking academy that values creativity and innovation.As part of our team, you will deliver an inclusive, well-sequenced, and diverse Art and Photography curriculum that sparks curiosity and creativity. You will promote the accumulation of knowledge, skills, and cultural capital through engaging and inspirational lessons, empowering students to achieve their full potential and develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts.We are looking for a passionate educator with high expectations for all learners. You should thrive in a collaborative environment and be committed to continuous improvement. Energy, creativity, and ambition are essential qualities that will help you succeed in this role.At Leeds West Academy, you will join a supportive and dynamic team environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression. This is your chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while working in a school that values innovation and excellence.What the school offers its staffTerms and Conditions: All of our employees benefit from nationally negotiated terms and conditions including STPCD (teachers) or NJC Green book (support staff). This includes our commitment to the Real Living Wage Foundation.Long Service Recognition: After 5 years continuous service, support staff will receive 5 additional days of annual leave entitlement (pro rata).Flexible Working: We offer flexible working arrangements from term time only, part-time, job share opportunities, as well as hybrid working where possible. Flexible working can also be requested for colleagues undergoing fertility treatment.Wellbeing: Wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders are available in each of our academies, demonstrating our commitment to, and support for staff.Family Friendly Policies: At the heart of our policies we strive to be family orientated to support work/life balance. This includes a policy to support emergency and special leave where required.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): All colleagues and their families have access to Health Assured, a confidential service to support our colleagues with their wellbeing. This includes access to a Health Assured app.Generous Pensions Schemes: All employees benefit from either Teachers Pension Scheme or LGPS.Eye Test Vouchers: Employees using Display Screen Equipment (DSE) are provided with a free eye test and up to £69 towards selected glasses, funded by the trust. If glasses are needed solely for DSE use, the trust will pay. (Subject to terms and conditions).Colleague Recognition Schemes: We have a variety of schemes across our schools that allows our staff to be recognised and thanked for their hard work.Our Commitment to Wellbeing: Through our commitment to wellbeing we have committed to the staff wellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.Car Parking: Through our commitment to wellbeing we have committed to the staff wellbeing charter. This is in addition to being accredited as a Mindful Employer.Headspace: We are delighted to offer access to Headspace which is available for free for all of our colleagues. Headspace helps you create life-changing habits to support your mental health and find a healthier, happier you through science.Salary Sacrifice Schemes: All colleagues have access to both the Tech Scheme and the Cycle to work scheme, which allows colleagues to spread the cost of these purchases, making NI savings of up to 12%.Further details about the rolePost Reference: 2735Academy: Leeds West AcademyJob Title: Teacher of Art & PhotographyGrade: MPS/UPS (£32,916 to £51,047)Hours: Up to full time. Part time requests to be discussed at interviewAccountable to: Curriculum Leader of Art and PhotographyIn October 2024 an Ofsted Inspection of Leeds West Academy stated it is a happy and inclusive school where the values of care, commitment and community create an atmosphere of strong relationships in which pupils thrive. This external recognition encompasses what it is like to be at the school and why there is no better time to join as a colleague, a leader, or as a student.Leeds West Academy is a fabulous place to work where the sense of being a caring and supportive community permeates. As part of White Rose Academies Trust we benefit from exceptional professional development opportunities. A broad, varied and highly bespoke package is well-established, focused on the development of all professionals in the organisation at each career stage. Colleagues train with us, they grow with us, and they progress with us.Our academy predominantly serves the community of Bramley and Rodley in Leeds. We are oversubscribed and popular. More families are choosing Leeds West Academy as first-choice for their children than ever before. Our students are amazing; in lessons, pupils behave well and show respect to their teachers. They are attentive and responsive and collaborate well to support each other’s learning (Ofsted, 2024).We benefit from world-class facilities accommodated in a £30 million building, which opened in late 2011 with a large expansion in 2023. Staff and students at the academy benefit from a bright, modern, heavily resourced learning environment, which is highly flexible to meet the needs of the 21st century learner.Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 15th December 2025. Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Therefore, early applications are highly encouraged.White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability.Commitment to safeguarding: White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check. Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. #J-18808-Ljbffr