Teacher of Art

Job Introduction

Our academy ‘A kind place to learn’ Ofsted 2025

Oasis Academy Sholing is a rapidly improving, forward-thinking academy that maintains high expectations of staff and students. Sholing is part of the highly successful Oasis Community Learning multi-academy trust.  The successful candidate will share the ambition of community transformation, delivered by exceptional education at the heart of the community. We are searching for somebody who has high expectations, a commitment to raising standards and up to date knowledge of teaching and learning.  

An exciting opportunity to join the Art team at Oasis Academy Sholing 

Following the retirement of a key member of the art team we are looking to recruit a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated Teacher of Art to support the Principal, staff and our students as we ‘Strive for Excellence’(SFX).  The Art Department is well led, and the subject is extremely popular with students.   At KS4, the department offers Photography and Textiles as well as Art, Craft and Design, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who would like experience of teaching a wider range of GCSE courses.  There is a full-time experienced art technician and the Department is well resourced.  Check out our school Facebook page to see some of the work that our students produce. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an NQT or experienced teacher looking to make a difference to the lives of young people. You will join a friendly and supportive team which strives to ensure that all students enjoy their learning and surpass expectations of achievement.  If you wish to grow professionally, join us, and become part of the team developing an outstanding academy. 

Our offer to you

When you join the Sholing family there are a significant number of benefits that make us stand out as an employer of choice. These include but are not limited to:

• A friendly environment with colleagues who care ‘Staff follow clear routines, which helps pupils to live up to the school’s high expectations of their behaviour. Lessons are typically calm and teachers can teach without disruption.’ Ofsted 2025
• Opportunities for training and development internally and externally including certifications (e.g. NPQML, NPQSL and NPQH programmes)
• Integrated IT provision to support teaching, including your own laptop and iPad  
• The exciting Oasis benefits package for discounts on leisure activities, food and holidays
• Defined benefit of Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Incentive
• Healthcare Cash Plan Scheme
• Free eye tests
• Flexible working

The role and what we are looking for

The successful candidate will teach KS3 and KS4 art, with the possibility of textiles and photography at KS4 for the right candidate.  A willingness to support the Academy ethos and support of extra-curricular activities within the Academy is essential. You must be able to use a range of teaching strategies to inspire and motivate our students and demonstrate a commitment to sharing best practice with colleagues in the department. A passion for creative arts and a commitment to developing it across the curriculum is paramount.

Application process

For further information and an application pack please visit www.oasisacademysholing.org or email us at recruitment@oasissholing.org or phone 02380 448861.

For an informal discussion about the role and the Academy, please contact our Deputy Principal Layla Jones via email at: Layla.Jones@oasissholing.org

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Oasis Academy Sholing are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.