Part-Time Art Teacher — Creative Impact & Flexible Hours

Company: East Sussex County Council
Apply for the Part-Time Art Teacher — Creative Impact & Flexible Hours
Location: Hastings
Job Description:

Hours of work: 26Working pattern: Part-time(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Monday 01 June 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Mulberry Academy HastingsRye RoadHastingsEast SussexTN35 5DN

Phone: 01424 711950Email: hr@hastings.mulberryschoolstrust.orgWebsite: www.thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About the role

We are looking to appoint a motivated Teacher of Art to join our vibrant and creatively driven Art department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong subject knowledge and a passion for Art to inspire students and make a real impact within a supportive and ambitious school.

You will join a highly collaborative department committed to delivering engaging, high-quality lessons and ensuring that all students develop strong artistic skills and creative confidence. Art is a valued and popular subject at the school, and the department works closely together to continually refine the curriculum and share effective teaching practice.

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for planning and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, and supporting students to achieve their full potential. You will work alongside experienced colleagues to contribute to the ongoing development of the Art curriculum and foster a culture of creativity and artistic exploration.

We are looking for someone who can engage learners of all abilities, inspire a love of art, and bring enthusiasm and energy to the classroom. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities such as exhibitions, workshops, and creative projects.

Why Mulberry Academy Hastings?

We want ambitious and talented people to join Mulberry Academy Hastings because they want to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

Professional development is central to our culture. All teaching staff benefit from weekly professional development, and each year we dedicate a two-week professional development programme in October. During this time teachers deepen their practice and collaborate on improving teaching and learning, while colleagues in support roles have structured time designed specifically for their own professional development.

We also build coaching into teachers’ timetables, ensuring every teacher benefit from regular professional dialogue, reflection and support to continually develop their practice.

As part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, staff benefit from Trust-wide expertise, strong collaboration, and opportunities to grow professionally. The East London Teaching School Hub further enhances this offer, delivering nationally recognised programmes and enabling staff to engage in and contribute to training across all career stages.

Offering flexible working

We recognise the importance of balancing work and home life. We consider flexible and family-friendly working opportunities wherever possible, including part-time, term-time and job-share arrangements. At Mulberry Academy Hastings we also design timetables to support staff wellbeing. All teachers receive a weekly PPA sessions scheduled as an afternoon, which can be worked remotely if teachers wish, supporting a healthy work life balance.

Supporting your health and wellbeing

Balancing everyday life with the requirements of work can create pressures for all of us. Work is a significant part of our lives and we are committed to creating a healthy and supportive working environment.

All employees have free access to a 24-hour confidential counselling and wellbeing service, designed to support staff with a range of personal and professional challenges.

Recognising that the autumn term is the longest and most demanding, we restructured our calendar to better support staff wellbeing with a two-week break in October.

Recruitment Pack

Application Form

ABOUT US

Additional Information

JOB DESCRIPTION

Hours of work: 26Working pattern: Part-time(As the position is part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Monday 01 June 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Mulberry Academy HastingsRye RoadHastingsEast SussexTN35 5DN

Phone: 01424 711950Email: hr@hastings.mulberryschoolstrust.orgWebsite: www.thehastingsacademy.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About the role

We are looking to appoint a motivated Teacher of Art to join our vibrant and creatively driven Art department. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong subject knowledge and a passion for Art to inspire students and make a real impact within a supportive and ambitious school.

You will join a highly collaborative department committed to delivering engaging, high-quality lessons and ensuring that all students develop strong artistic skills and creative confidence. Art is a valued and popular subject at the school, and the department works closely together to continually refine the curriculum and share effective teaching practice.

The successful candidate will take full responsibility for planning and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, and supporting students to achieve their full potential. You will work alongside experienced colleagues to contribute to the ongoing development of the Art curriculum and foster a culture of creativity and artistic exploration.

We are looking for someone who can engage learners of all abilities, inspire a love of art, and bring enthusiasm and energy to the classroom. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute to the wider life of the school through enrichment activities such as exhibitions, workshops, and creative projects.

Why Mulberry Academy Hastings?

Providing talent development opportunities

We want ambitious and talented people to join Mulberry Academy Hastings because they want to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

Professional development is central to our culture. All teaching staff benefit from weekly professional development, and each year we dedicate a two-week professional development programme in October. During this time teachers deepen their practice and collaborate on improving teaching and learning, while colleagues in support roles have structured time designed specifically for their own professional development.

We also build coaching into teachers’ timetables, ensuring every teacher benefit from regular professional dialogue, reflection and support to continually develop their practice.

As part of the Mulberry Schools Trust, staff benefit from Trust-wide expertise, strong collaboration, and opportunities to grow professionally. The East London Teaching School Hub further enhances this offer, delivering nationally recognised programmes and enabling staff to engage in and contribute to training across all career stages.

Offering flexible working

We recognise the importance of balancing work and home life. We consider flexible and family-friendly working opportunities wherever possible, including part-time, term-time and job-share arrangements. At Mulberry Academy Hastings we also design timetables to support staff wellbeing. All teachers receive a weekly PPA sessions scheduled as an afternoon, which can be worked remotely if teachers wish, supporting a healthy work life balance.

Supporting your health and wellbeing

Balancing everyday life with the requirements of work can create pressures for all of us. Work is a significant part of our lives and we are committed to creating a healthy and supportive working environment.

All employees have free access to a 24-hour confidential counselling and wellbeing service, designed to support staff with a range of personal and professional challenges.

Recognising that the autumn term is the longest and most demanding, we restructured our calendar to better support staff wellbeing with a two-week break in October.

Recruitment Pack

Application Form

ABOUT US

Additional InformationThe Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026