What skills and experience we're looking for
The Great Schools Trust are seeking a passionate Teacher of Art with Technology to join our pioneering team at King’s Leadership Academy Wavertree. This is not just another teaching job; this is a once-in-a-career opportunity to be part of something truly special. King’s Wavertree is a brand-new school, a blank canvas where passionate educators can shape the culture, the curriculum and the lives of young people from day one.
Wavertree, like many areas in Liverpool, faces significant challenges. Liverpool is ranked as the third most deprived local authority in England, with 32.3% of children living in low-income families, compared to the national average of 20.1%. Many young people in this community face barriers to success, but you can be part of the team that changes their future.
King’s Wavertree is part of the Great Schools Trust, ranked No. 2 nationally for most improved multi-academy trust. Our schools don’t just deliver academic excellence – they transform lives. We are relentless in our focus on people and wellbeing, ensuring that staff are supported, developed and valued. With dedicated weekly CPD time, access to leading leadership programmes and a trust-wide commitment to work-life balance, this is a place where both students and teachers thrive.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the Art and Technology curricula from the ground up, working with a dynamic team dedicated toacademic excellence and character development. OurASPIRE Values– Achievement, Aspiration, Self-awareness, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Endeavour – underpin everything we do.
Why Join Us?
• Reduce workload with our AI-powered assessment platform, freeing up time for impactful teaching
• Comprehensive CPD with weekly professional development and leadership link meetings
• State-of-the-art facilities, with input into the design of our new school building
• Career growth opportunities within a thriving multi-academy trust
• Excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, pension scheme, BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, and flexible working options
Who We Are Looking For
We want an inspirational Art and Technology teacher with:
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for learning.
• The ability to engage and motivate students.
• High expectations for academic achievement and personal development.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?
• Reduce workload with our AI-powered assessment platform, freeing up time for impactful teaching
• Comprehensive CPD with weekly professional development and leadership link meetings
• State-of-the-art facilities, with input into the design of our new school building
• Career growth opportunities within a thriving multi-academy trust
• Excellent benefits, including a competitive salary, pension scheme, BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, and flexible working options
Commitment to safeguarding
All offers of employment are subject to a robust set of pre-employment checks, which may include (as applicable): Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Prohibition from teaching check Childcare disqualification declaration Verification of right to work in the UK Medical fitness to work Online and social media screening Receipt of two satisfactory references Suitability to work with children assessment Applicants are required to declare any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings as outlined under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.