Art Teacher
Transforming the life chances of children in Torbay begins with exceptional teachers.
At Torquay Academy, we are building a team united by a shared belief: everyone succeeds. We believe every student who joins us is capable of progressing to university or an equally aspirational future, and we design our curriculum, systems and culture around that conviction.
We are seeking a Teacher of Art to join our Creative Arts faculty from September 2026. The ability to teach Art to GCSE is essential. The ability to teach Photography at GCSE and/or A level is desirable. This role is suitable for an experienced teacher or an outstanding Early Career Teacher.
Why join us?
Creative Arts play a vital role in developing confidence, identity and pride in achievement. Our Creative Arts faculty includes Art, Photography, Drama, Music and Music Technology and is highly collaborative, practical and ambitious for students.
All students study a rich Arts curriculum throughout Key Stage 3, with strong uptake at GCSE. Student work is celebrated through exhibitions, performances and a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.
Is this role right for you?
If you believe that every child can succeed, that creativity and high expectations belong together, and that schools exist to transform lives, we would warmly encourage you to apply.
Working at Torquay Academy
We believe great teaching and leadership flourish in calm, purposeful environments. Teachers are supported by strong, centralised behaviour systems and a highly effective pastoral team, allowing leaders to focus on curriculum quality and impact.
We actively reduce unnecessary workload and invest in staff through:
- High-quality, evidence-informed CPD
- 1-to-1 instructional coaching
- Leadership development opportunities
You will work alongside like-minded colleagues who are ambitious for young people and proud of the difference they make.
To find out more about this position, please read our recruitment pack using the link below.
Supporting documents
Salary & Benefits
MPS / UPS depending on experience
Benefits of working at Torquay Academy include:
- Free laptop for school and home use
- Priority admission to the Academy for secondary places
- Free gym membership to support health and wellbeing
- Cycle to work scheme through salary sacrifice
Closing date and how to apply
Closing date: 9 February 2026 midday
Interview date: 13 February 2026
Informal visits and conversations are welcome and encouraged, please email admin@tqacademy.co.uk or call 01803 329351 to speak to Mr Margetts PAs, Amy or Steph.
If you live outside the county, we can support you with moving costs and we will pay expenses for attending the interview.
Torquay Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects 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 checks along with other relevant employment checks.
