Job Description

Graduate Unqualified Art Teacher
Secondary School | Brent
Start Date: January 2026
Full-Time | Long-Term Position
Salary: 25,000 - 30,000 per annum
Are you an Art graduate with a strong creative background and a clear ambition to become a qualified Art teacher?
A forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Brent is seeking a motivated Unqualified Art Teacher to join their Creative Arts department from January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who plans to pursue a PGCE or formal teacher training and wants meaningful classroom experience beforehand.
The Role
As an Unqualified Art Teacher, you will take on a structured teaching role with extensive support from experienced staff. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering pre-planned Art lessons to KS3 and KS4 classes.
• Supporting pupils with drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and creative techniques.
• Running intervention sessions for small groups and individual students.
• Developing effective classroom management and behaviour strategies within a practical learning environment.
• Assisting with marking, feedback, lesson preparation, and portfolio assessment.
• Supporting students with GCSE coursework and exam preparation.
• Working closely with the Art department to support curriculum delivery and creative projects.

This role offers a realistic insight into the day-to-day life of a teacher while providing the guidance and mentoring needed to build confidence in the classroom.
Person Specification

• A degree in Art, Fine Art, Design, or a closely related subject (2:1 or above preferred).
• A clear intention to train as an Art teacher.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for creative education.
• Confident communication skills and a professional approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students.
• Previous experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join This School?

• Well-regarded secondary school located in Brent, with excellent transport links.
• Supportive Creative Arts department with a strong track record of developing graduates.
• Access to high-quality teacher training pathways.
• Diverse, welcoming student body and collaborative staff culture.
• Ideal preparation for PGCE, Schools Direct, or Teach First applications for 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Art teacher to gain invaluable classroom experience before qualifying.
To apply or find out more, contact Mitchell at KPI Education today and take the next step toward a career in teaching.
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