The Potteries Educational Trust is a growing Multi Academy Trust, working collaboratively with educational institutions from across Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire and beyond, seeking to improve outcomes for all children and young people in the region. The Trust is a vibrant Learning Community working to maintain and develop excellent and innovative teaching and learning. The Trust seeks to deliver high quality parental engagement, pastoral support and the pooling of resources and expertise to achieve an Outstanding learning experience and outcomes for all our children and young people. Institutions work together to foster high quality academic and pastoral support, utilising the best elements of educational research in moving existing strong practice to outstanding in every sense.
The City of Stoke on Trent Sixth Form College is a thriving, lively and successful Sixth Form College, at the heart of the University Quarter in Stoke on Trent. We have fantastic opportunities for innovative, ambitious and committed individuals to join our college at a time of exciting curriculum initiatives and developments. The successful applicants will join the college at a time of growth and opportunity.
We are seeking an experienced Ceramicist to join our developing T Level Craft and Design team, and we welcome applications from both teachers and ceramicists with industry experience. Following a successful first year of delivery, the course is now building on an established foundation, with growing student numbers and strong industry engagement.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ceramics, either through industry practice or teaching, with skills in hand-building, wheel-throwing, glazing, and kiln operations. We are looking for passionate individuals who can inspire and guide our students, bringing either real-world industry insight or strong pedagogical experience in delivering creative, practical subjects. The successful candidate will also support the continued development of industry links and work placement opportunities.
The College has recently invested in a brand-new ceramic studio and industry standard facilities, and we welcome applications from those who want to inspire the next generation of artists, creators and ceramicists. If you have a ceramic-specific skillset and a commitment to excellence in education, we would love to hear from you.
We welcome applications from both qualified teachers and those who work in industry.
The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Please note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.