Job Overview

Le Rocquier School is looking to appoint a dynamic and passionate Photography and Art Teacher to join our team, commencing September 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Key Stage 4 Photography and Art across Key stage 3. They will inspire students to communicate visually, express their individual perspectives, and explore a wide range of artistic techniques and media.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on students' creative journeys, ensuring they develop both the technical skills and the confidence to express themselves meaningfully through the arts. At Le Rocquier we are dedicated to fostering a creative and dynamic learning environment. As a member of our team, you will be part of a passionate department that values innovation, inclusivity, and the power of artistic expression. We offer excellent professional development opportunities, a supportive staff community, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students’ creative journeys.

If you are a dedicated and innovative educator who is eager to inspire the next generation of artists, we would love to hear from you. For further information please contact Head of Creative Arts Faculty Kate O'Haire on 01534 855876 or email K.Ohaire@lrs.sch.je

The Teachers Task

The DfESC and the representatives of the Teacher’s Unions have agreed the following statement of the Teacher’s Task in order to define more clearly the nature of teachers’ employment. It is their view that in this important work of educating Jersey’s children it is imperative that both teachers and Headteachers recognise the duty they owe to those children and the community. To this end the teacher is expected to maintain a professional commitment to their task and the Headteacher is pledged to a responsible and humane interpretation of this agreement.

Definitions of Teachers Task

The following provides a definition of the Teachers’ Task:

1. Teach effectively to meet the needs of all pupils and to ensure discipline and safety within the school community.

2. The DfESC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all teachers to share this commitment.

3. Plan, prepare, evaluate and modify as necessary personal teaching methods, work programmes and teaching materials in accordance with the DfESC curricular policies and school schemes and standards.

4. Mark and maintain records of pupils’ work in accordance with DfESC and school policies.

5. Promote the general progress and welfare of pupils in classes or groups or individually as part of the school’s pastoral and counselling arrangements.

6. Assess and record pupils’ personal and social needs, development, progress and attainment.

7. Provide or contribute to oral or written assessments and report on individual pupils and groups; consult and inform parents, co-operate with appropriate outside agencies in accordance with DfESC and school policies.

8. Contribute to and participate in corporate planning, self evaluation, in-service training and professional development in assigned areas of the curriculum and pastoral arrangements; participate in related staff meetings and school events.

9. Advise colleagues, co-operate with them on teaching programmes, methods, equipment and materials within assigned areas of the curriculum ensuring that appropriate administrative tasks are undertaken.

10. Contribute and participate in the school’s pastoral, tutorial and guidance arrangements and undertake an appropriate share of the organisation and conduct of parental consultation and staff meetings.

11. Contribute as required to the appointment, induction, professional development and assessment of junior colleagues, including new entrants to teaching.

12. Accept an appropriate share of the administrative and organisational tasks within the school, including providing support for teachers, undertaking additional curriculum or pastoral responsibilities or holding senior posts.

13. Ensure the safety and good order of pupils by carrying out an appropriate share of supervisions whenever pupils are authorised to be on school premises or elsewhere when the school is in session.

14. Undertaking an appropriate share of all collective responsibilities including substitution for an absent colleague subject to guaranteed non-teaching time.

15. Supervise support staff as required.

16. Order and allocate appropriate equipment and materials in accordance with DfESC and school policies and schemes.

17. Co-operate as required with teachers in other schools and colleges on curricular, pastoral and administrative matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality photography and art lessons that inspire and challenge students, fostering a love for creativity and self-expression.

• Provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences, encouraging students to experiment with different media and explore both traditional and contemporary artistic practices.

• Develop and maintain a supportive classroom environment that nurtures student confidence, encourages risk-taking, and promotes the free exchange of ideas.

• Support students in the development of their technical skills in photography, digital arts, and traditional art forms, ensuring they develop both creative and analytical capabilities.

• Guide students in the creation of their individual art portfolios, providing constructive feedback and nurturing their artistic vision.

• Foster critical thinking and global awareness through the exploration of international art forms, cultural movements, and global issues within the context of art.

• Ensure students are equipped with the skills needed to communicate visually and meaningfully, both within the classroom and beyond.

• Actively support the implementation of the school’s wider curriculum vision, collaborating with colleagues across the department and school to share best practices and ideas.

• Participate in extracurricular activities such as art exhibitions, photography clubs, and school events to enhance students' engagement with the arts.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievement, providing feedback to students and parents as needed.

• Uphold high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour management in line with school policies.

Person Specification

• A degree in Art, Photography, or a related subject (PGCE or QTS preferred).

• Proven experience of teaching photography and art in a secondary school setting (Key Stage 3 and 4).

• An understanding of Adobe Photoshop.

• A deep passion for the arts and a commitment to nurturing students’ creative abilities.

• A comprehensive understanding of various photographic and artistic techniques, including digital media, traditional painting, sculpture, printmaking, and photography.

• The ability to inspire students and support them in developing their artistic vision.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• A commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where all students can thrive.

• A proactive approach to professional development and a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.