Job Description

Job description
About the Role:
Prospero Teaching is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and passionate Secondary Art Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in the West Derby area to start in January 2026. This role will be for 4 days per week.
Position Details:

• Location: West Derby
• Type: Long Term
• Start Date: January 2026
• Full Time/Part Time: 4 days per week
• Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• Pay: Competitive, paid to scale

Responsibilities:

• Teaching and Instruction: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging art lessons that cater to a variety of skill levels. Encourage and develop students' creative thinking and artistic skills.
• Curriculum Development: Develop and implement a comprehensive art curriculum aligned with educational standards.
• Student Assessment: Evaluate and assess students' progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance their skills. Maintain accurate records of student performance and development. Prepare and administer assignments, projects, and examinations.
• Classroom Management: Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters creativity and respect. Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures to ensure a safe and productive learning space.
• Professional Development: Stay updated on current trends and best practices in art education.
• Communication: Provide support and guidance to students in their artistic endeavours and career aspirations.

Experience, Training, and Qualifications:

• Teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Previous experience in a UK school
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training (desirable, but not essential as some training will be provided)

Eligibility Requirements:

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced Child Barred List DBS certificate registered with the online update service (or willingness to process a new application)
• Two professional references

If this role is of interest, we would love to hear from you! Please apply to this advert.
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Contract/Position Details:
About Prospero
Proud to be listed in the Times as one of 'The Best Companies To Work For', Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.

Skills Required