Teacher of Art and Design (maternity cover)

Commencing January 2025

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational, innovative and dynamic teacher of Art and Design. We are seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic and able graduate to teach art and design throughout the senior School covering maternity leave.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to teach Art and Design to students from Year 7 up to and including GCSE Art.

The successful candidate will share our passion for developing the work of the department and sharing good practice. They will also play an active role in the extensive and varied co-curricular programme at the School. 

You will be

•            an inspirational teacher of art and design, who believes in high aspirations for all students

•            passionate about innovative learning and teaching

•            a dynamic, forward-thinking individual

•            committed to student success

•            highly organised

•            enthusiastic

In return we can offer you:

•        a positive and innovative learning culture supported by students, staff, parents and governors

•        a collaborative and supportive attitude amongst staff which promotes a sense of teamwork and unity

•        a Senior Leadership team who is committed to promoting the best environment and outcomes for staff and students

•        an excellent CPD Programme

•        membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme

Derby High School is an independent day school and we currently educate over 690 students between the ages of 3 to 18, in our purpose-built buildings in the leafy suburb of Littleover in Derby. Our Primary School (a member of IAPS) teaches both boys and girls, whilst our Senior School became co-educational in September 2019 with boys joining Years 7 and 12. In September 2022 we became fully coeducational throughout the school.

Our small class sizes enable each child to progress at their own speed, with the support and challenge of exceptionally well qualified teachers. Each lunchtime and after school, we offer a wide variety of clubs and activities and we encourage all our pupils to try something new each term, as well as continue to develop skills in areas they have grown to love. Our many and varied trips and residential experiences ensure each child is encouraged to expand their boundaries within a safe and secure environment. We take pride in our excellent pastoral care throughout all stages in the school, with pupils feeling confident they are listened to and looked after. Our academic record is particularly strong, regularly placing Derby High significantly ahead of all Derbyshire schools for both A level and GCSE results.

Our pupils are drawn from diverse backgrounds and the school population is multi-ethnic, reflecting the cultural diversity of Derby. Our strong Christian ethos ensures a warm welcome and a friendly atmosphere. The site and the buildings are attractive and well-maintained.  Recent developments include a purpose-built Infant and Nursery facility, refurbished Physics and Biology labs, significant investment in the dining and kitchen facilities and enhanced technical equipment for school productions.