Art Teacher Suitable to NQT

Art Teacher

Location: Richmond
Salary: M1-M6 (Main Pay Scale)
Contract: Permanent
ECTs Welcome to Apply

We are working with a highly regarded, inclusive secondary school located in the Richmond area, seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Art Teacher to join their creative faculty.

This is a well-established, fully inclusive Anglican school that welcomes students from all faiths and backgrounds and has an excellent reputation within the local community. The school is guided by a strong ethos of care, respect, and high expectations, which underpins both academic success and outstanding personal development.

The Department

The Art & Design Technology faculty is a well-resourced and collaborative department, covering Art, Textiles, Graphics, Product Design, Food Preparation and Nutrition, and Design Technology.

The department delivers a broad, creative, and practical curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities at A Level depending on experience.

The Role

The school is seeking a passionate and creative Art Teacher to join their forward-thinking department. This is an excellent opportunity to inspire students and make a real impact on their creative development within a supportive and well-structured environment.

• Plan and deliver engaging and imaginative Art lessons across KS3 and KS4 (A Level available depending on experience)
• Develop pupils' creativity, technical skills, and confidence across a range of media and processes
• Encourage experimentation, independent thinking, and high-quality artistic outcomes
• Use assessment effectively to track progress and provide meaningful feedback
• Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities across the faculty
• Promote positive behaviour, high expectations, and pride in student work
• Support the wider ethos of inclusion, wellbeing, and academic excellence

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and be able to teach Art at secondary level
• Have strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Art and creative education
• Be confident in classroom management and pupil engagement
• Demonstrate commitment to inclusive practice and supporting learners of all abilities
• Be a collaborative team player with a proactive approach to departmental development
• Be open to professional development and ECT mentoring support where applicable

Why Apply?

• Work in a highly inclusive and supportive secondary school environment
• Join a creative and well-resourced Art & Design Technology faculty
• Benefit from excellent CPD and structured ECT mentoring support
• Be part of a strong staff wellbeing culture with regular social activities
• Enjoy excellent transport links and free staff parking
• Teach motivated students within a school that values both creativity and achievement