2nd in Faculty (Art & Design)

Salary: MPS/UPS TLR 2B £5.867

About this role:

Permanent Contract

Required September 2026 (Autumn Term).

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced teacher to become Second in Faculty (Art & Design). Your role will involve assisting in the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work, marking policies and teaching strategies in the curriculum area and faculty. We are looking to continue with the growth of Technologies and welcome applicants from all disciplines.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about the quality of education our young people experience
• An excellent Practitioner
• A passionate advocate and role model for CHANGE
• Somebody who thrives on responsibility and hard work, and wants to develop themselves
• Able to use your own initiative
• Willing to go the ‘extra mile’ for our young people

Why work for the Watergrove Trust and MMHS? We can offer:

The chance to contribute towards our transformational ethos

Excellent CPD focused on an outstanding curriculum experience

Wonderful students who enjoy learning

A friendly and supportive Senior Leadership Team

The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staff

Subscription to occupational health provider (Smart Clinic)

Cycle to work scheme

Matthew Moss High School is an oversubscribed school with a “Good” Ofsted judgement and an established reputation for providing excellent professional development within a culture of learning and innovation. They describe pupils’ behaviour as good. Relationships between staff and pupils are a real strength. Staff morale is high, and 96% of staff said that they are proud to be a member of staff at the school.

This post would be suitable for experienced Teachers.

If you would like to arrange a visit to our school or have any other questions, please contact recruitment@mmhs.co.uk

How to apply:

Please complete our application form via our online portal and submit a personal statement, of at least 2 sides of A4, outlining how your experiences to date have prepared you for this role and your vision for teaching and learning in Technologies. This must be submitted by 11.59pm on Monday 11 May 2026.

Shortlisting will take place soon after with interviews to be held on Friday 15 May 2026.

Please be aware that if you are shortlisted for an interview that references (and online search checks) will be sought.

Thank you in advance for your application. Please note we will only contact shortlisted candidates. If you haven’t heard from us by the interview date please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.