Dulwich College - Teacher of Art (Maternity Cover)

Summary

A Teacher of Art is required to join a team of diverse skilled specialists ranging from sculptors, printmakers, graphic designers, glass artists, art historians, and ceramicists

Detail

TEACHER OF ART

February 2027

Dulwich College seeks to instil a culture of equity, respect and support for others, and offers inspired teaching, scholarship and learning in and beyond the classroom. A world-leading boys school with 1,630 pupils aged 7-18 years and a co-educational kindergarten and infants school of 230 (DUCKS), the College employs over 600 staff and enjoys a beautiful and historic site covering 70 acres in South London.

An experienced, inspirational and enthusiastic teacher of Art is required to join a team of diverse, skilled specialists including sculptors, printmakers, graphic designers, video artists, art historians, and ceramicists. All teachers will be expected to be able to teach multiple disciplines across a range of year groups from Years 7-13. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a strong and forward-looking team in a leading independent school where academic rigour is underpinned with a philosophy for free learning.

As part of your application, please email a portfolio of up to six pages showcasing work made with students to joinourteam@dulwich.org.uk

To help us match your portfolio to your application, please use the email subject line Art Teacher Portfolio – Candidate Ref No., using the candidate reference number displayed in your MyNewTerm application (e.g. Candidate Ref 001).

A portfolio showcasing your own artistic practice is also very welcome but is not essential. Applicants will not be disadvantaged if they do not submit one.

If invited to interview, you will be asked to bring a more extensive portfolio of your teaching work.

Closing date: Friday 13 November 2026

Interview date: 1st round interviews (Online): Wednesday 18 November 2026

2nd round interviews (In-person): Monday 23 November 2026

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This is the responsibility of the whole College community. We all remain vigilant about safeguarding at the College and we never think that child abuse could not happen here or to our pupils. A DBS Disclosure is required to Enhanced level. Charity 1150064

Documents

• Application Form Guidance PDF Document
• Teacher of Art (Maternity Cover) - Oct 2026 PDF Document
• Safer Recruitment Policy PDF Document