Subject Leader for Art
| Posting date: | 10 January 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5HA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1dd789fc-f0c9-43ae-ae01-22931c0cfbc4 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
You should have QTS and a degree in an Art-related subject, and extensive experience of teaching Art at all levels. Experience of leading a team or coaching/mentoring other staff is desirable but not essential.
What the school offers its staff
Dr Challoner’s has 1387 students, of which 470 are in the Sixth Form. We are regarded as one of the leading grammar schools in the country, and in 2024 Ofsted confirmed their 2019 judgement of Outstanding. As lead school for the Astra Teaching School Hub (Buckinghamshire), we provide an exciting range of professional development opportunities.
We also offer:
• engaging, able and well-motivated students
• an innovative approach to learning
•a strong focus on character education
• outstanding facilities in every subject
• a friendly working environment
Commitment to safeguarding
Dr Challoner’s Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe In Education guidance, we will carry out online searches to research information on shortlisted candidates, to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. This is not part of the shortlisting process; if there are any findings of concern, you will be given the opportunity to address them at interview.
You should have QTS and a degree in an Art-related subject, and extensive experience of teaching Art at all levels. Experience of leading a team or coaching/mentoring other staff is desirable but not essential.
What the school offers its staff
Dr Challoner’s has 1387 students, of which 470 are in the Sixth Form. We are regarded as one of the leading grammar schools in the country, and in 2024 Ofsted confirmed their 2019 judgement of Outstanding. As lead school for the Astra Teaching School Hub (Buckinghamshire), we provide an exciting range of professional development opportunities.
We also offer:
• engaging, able and well-motivated students
• an innovative approach to learning
•a strong focus on character education
• outstanding facilities in every subject
• a friendly working environment
Commitment to safeguarding
Dr Challoner’s Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe In Education guidance, we will carry out online searches to research information on shortlisted candidates, to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. This is not part of the shortlisting process; if there are any findings of concern, you will be given the opportunity to address them at interview.