Job Description

Art & Design Teacher

Sir Herbert Leon Academy

Fern Grove, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK2 3HQ

United Kingdom

Salary:

MPR / UPR + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours:

Full Time

Contract type:

Permanent

Start date:

September 2025


We're looking for a passionate and imaginative Teacher of Art to join our vibrant community at Sir Herbert Leon Academy. You'll be stepping into a role that offers you the opportunity to inspire young minds, nurture creative confidence, and bring the visual arts curriculum to life for our students.

About the role

As a Teacher of Art, you'll deliver engaging lessons that challenge, motivate and empower students at every stage. You'll guide them in developing practical skills, critical thinking and artistic expression - both inside and outside the classroom. Whether you're experienced or early in your teaching career, you'll be supported by a collaborative team and have access to continuous professional development.

We're looking for someone who:

Believes in the power of art to transform thinking and unlock potential. Is committed to inclusive, high-quality teaching. Brings creativity, energy and rigour to their practice.

About Sir Herbert Leon Academy

Located in Milton Keynes, Sir Herbert Leon Academy is a diverse and welcoming school where relationships come first. We are on a journey of transformation - and our vision is ambitious. We are proud of our close-knit community, where staff and students work together with mutual respect and shared aspiration. With excellent facilities and strong leadership, the school is an exciting place to teach, learn and grow.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.


We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

Career development and training

: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career. Our partnership with

One World

powers our innovative Instructional Excellence Program. We also offer a comprehensive range of CPD programs, including

Ambition Institute's

Early Career and

NPQ

offerings, tailored to both individual and network needs.

Generous benefits

: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.

Lifestyle perks

: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence September 2025. This is a full time, permanent position.

Closing date: 16 May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.


Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.


We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.


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