Teacher of Textiles (Maternity)

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Teacher of Textiles (Maternity) to join a school based in London.

We are seeking an outstanding Teacher of Textiles to join our vibrant, ambitious and highly creative department, where fashion, design and innovation come together to inspire the next generation of designers. As part of our newly established Creative Visual Arts and Technology Faculty, alongside Product Design, Art and Computer Science, you will play a key role in delivering a contemporary, future-focused curriculum that reflects the ever-evolving creative industries.

From the moment students begin their journey at Putney, they are immersed in the world of fashion and textiles, exploring a diverse range of techniques, materials and design processes while engaging with influential designers, fashion movements, and the social and environmental impact of the industry. The department enjoys an outstanding record of success, with students regularly progressing to some of the world's most prestigious fashion and design institutions, including Central Saint Martins, London College of Fashion, Polimoda in Florence and Parsons School of Design in New York.

The Textiles Department embodies the creative, adventurous spirit of Putney: innovative in its thinking, ambitious in its aspirations and dedicated to empowering young people to shape the future of design. If you are passionate about fashion and textiles education and excited by the opportunity to inspire talented young designers, we would be delighted to hear from you. We are well placed to support both Early Career Teachers and experienced practitioners alike.

About the School

As one of the UK’s leading schools, the school l is rightly proud of its exceptional academic results and pastoral care. A spirit of intellectual agility and engagement is at the heart of the school’s ethos, with pupils stretched, challenged, and supported inside the classroom and beyond.

The school is set in leafy, tranquil grounds close to the heart of Putney and to the River Thames.

The school is part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools.

We can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

• Generous pension scheme

• Free life assurance benefit

• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools

• Access to extensive professional development opportunities

• Training grants for qualifications

• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and season ticket loans

• A Cycle to Work scheme

• Retail and lifestyle discounts

• Financial guidance and support

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

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All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

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