Job Description

We are delighted to be working with a highly regarded secondary school in Bury St Edmunds that is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Art ECT for an immediate start. This is an excellent opportunity for a new teacher to join a school that places great value on creativity, inclusion, and professional growth.
About the Role
You will teach Art across KS3-KS4, delivering lessons that develop both technical competence and creative independence. The curriculum is broad and skills-based, encouraging experimentation in a range of media including fine art, textiles, mixed media, sculpture, and digital design.
You will:
Support GCSE pupils with sustained portfolio work
Contribute to the development of high-quality displays
Assist with extracurricular art clubs and enrichment events
Participate fully in departmental planning, assessment, and moderation
As an ECT, you will benefit from:
A reduced timetable
A dedicated mentor with weekly development meetings
A clear induction programme aligned to ECT statutory requirements
Regular CPD sessions focused on classroom practice, behaviour, and curriculum planning
School Information
This is a Good-rated school with a strong sense of community, excellent student behaviour, and a nurturing ethos. The Art department is well equipped with multiple studios, specialist storage, and digital editing resources. Students are respectful, engaged, and proud of their creative achievements.
The Senior Leadership Team is highly supportive and values staff voice, workload balance, and continuous professional development.
Candidate Profile
PGCE / QTS in Art & Design
Confident across a range of artistic processes
Reflective, organised, and eager to develop professionally
A genuine commitment to inclusive creative education
Salary
MPS1-MPS2.
Application
Please submit your application with your CV to Natalie Hunter as soon as possible.
Write a short description of your company, a boilerplate of the business, service or product that you offer. Include your business idea and the target audience. This text is primarily supposed to be descriptive, not selling.

Skills Required