Job Description

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a talented and creative Art Teacher to join a prestigious Independent Day School in Cambridge from January. This is an exciting role within a thriving Art department that is well-resourced, well-supported, and central to the school's cultural identity.
About the Role
You will teach Art across KS3-KS5, including support with GCSE and A-Level portfolio work. The successful candidate will be confident across a range of traditional and contemporary media, and able to guide students through both technical development and personal artistic expression.
There are excellent opportunities to:
Lead and contribute to exhibitions and displays
Support entry into regional and national art competitions
Engage with local galleries and artist networks
Shape creative enrichment clubs or workshops
This role would suit a passionate practitioner with high expectations and a strong belief in creativity as a vehicle for confidence and self-expression.
School Information
This is one of Cambridge's most respected independent schools, known for:
Small class sizes allowing meaningful individual feedback
Outstanding behaviour and pastoral care
A warm, supportive, intellectually curious environment
A staff culture built on trust, shared goals, and mutual respect
The Art department occupies purpose-built studio spaces, including:
A natural-light painting studio
A dedicated printmaking workshop
Digital editing and photography facilities
A gallery corridor for student exhibition
We are Seeking a Teacher Who:
Holds QTS or relevant Independent sector teaching experience
Is artistically confident and passionate about teaching
Understands how to nurture individual creative voice
Values a collaborative, professional department culture
Salary
Competitive Independent School salary scale, reflective of experience.
Application
Please submit your application with your CV to Natalie Hunter as soon as possible.
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