Job Description

Photography Teacher (Art Specialist)

£150 - £220 per day

St Neots

Are you a visual storyteller who can teach students to see the world through a different lens?

Can you balance the technical precision of aperture and shutter speed with the creative freedom of conceptual photography?

We are urgently seeking a Qualified Art Teacher specialising in Photography for an immediate start at a high-achieving secondary school in St Neots. This is a full-time, long-term role where you will lead the Photography department, inspiring Key Stage 4 and 5 students to develop their portfolios and master both digital and traditional techniques.

Your Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and teach engaging lessons across GCSE and A-Level Photography, covering everything from the basics of composition to advanced digital manipulation.
• Technical Instruction: Guide students in the use of DSLR cameras, studio lighting, and post-processing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Portfolio Development: Provide high-quality feedback to help students refine their coursework, ensuring they meet the assessment objectives for exam boards like AQA or OCR.
• Studio Management: Maintain a professional and safe working environment in the photography studio and darkroom (if applicable), managing equipment and resources effectively.
• Artistic Context: Teach the history of photography and contemporary practices, encouraging students to analyse the work of established photographers to inform their own projects.
• Exhibition Leadership: Coordinate internal and external displays of student work, celebrating their achievements and raising the profile of the arts within the school.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): This is mandatory. We welcome applications from Art specialists with a heavy focus on Photography.
• Technical Mastery: Expertise in digital photography workflows and a strong command of editing software.
• Creative Vision: The ability to inspire students to push creative boundaries and develop a unique artistic voice.
• ASAP Availability: This role is for an immediate start, so we are looking for candidates who can hit the ground running.
• Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one through Randstad).

Why Partner with Randstad?

• Elite Daily Rates: £150 - £220 per day
• Immediate Stability: Step into a full-time, long-term role right away in a supportive St Neots school.
• Specialist CPD: Access free, certified training in Safeguarding, classroom management, and the latest EdTech tools.
• Dedicated Consultant: Work with Neeraj, your personal consultant who understands the Cambridgeshire and St Neots education market.
• Referral Bonus: Earn a £300 voucher for every qualified teacher you successfully refer to the Randstad family!

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at for more information.

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