Job Description

Are you a creative and passionate Art Teacher who believes in the power of visual expression to inspire, challenge, and empower young minds? Do you want to be part of a forward-thinking school where the arts are highly valued and pupils are encouraged to think critically and create boldly? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled and imaginative Art Teacher to join a vibrant secondary school in Brent from September 2025.
This inclusive and high-achieving school is committed to delivering an ambitious and broad curriculum that fosters creativity, independence, and cultural awareness. The Art department plays a central role in the school's enrichment programme and is supported by excellent resources, experienced colleagues, and strong leadership. The school has a culture of collaboration and respect, and it places staff development and pupil progress at the heart of everything it does.
The successful candidate will be a dynamic and dedicated educator who can inspire students through engaging, inclusive, and practical art lessons across KS3 and KS4. Whether you're an experienced Art teacher or an Early Career Teacher with a strong portfolio and a bold vision, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality Art lessons that develop pupils' practical skills, critical thinking, and appreciation of visual culture
• Teach a range of artistic media including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, and digital art
• Design and implement engaging schemes of work in line with the national curriculum and departmental vision
• Prepare pupils for GCSE Art & Design, including support with coursework, sketchbooks, and portfolio development
• Encourage experimentation, creativity, and confidence through formative feedback and personalised guidance
• Organise and display student artwork across the school and contribute to exhibitions, art clubs, and whole-school events
• Promote the importance of cultural capital through exploration of diverse artists, movements, and global perspectives
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating art classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to faculty planning, assessment, and moderation

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Holds UK QTS or QTLS with a specialism in Art & Design or a closely related subject
• Has experience teaching Art at KS3 and KS4 (experience with KS5 desirable but not essential)
• Demonstrates excellent subject knowledge and strong practical expertise across artistic disciplines
• Has a passion for visual arts and a commitment to nurturing student creativity and confidence
• Possesses strong classroom management skills and a positive approach to behaviour and inclusion
• Is enthusiastic about contributing to the wider school life through clubs, displays, and projects
• Is reflective, resilient, and keen to continually develop professionally

The School Offers:

• A supportive and well-resourced Art department with a dedicated technician and modern facilities
• A clear focus on creativity, expression, and inclusion across the curriculum
• Regular and relevant CPD tailored to career stage and professional goals
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills through projects and responsibility
• A diverse, motivated, and artistic student body
• A welcoming and collaborative culture where your creativity will be recognised and valued

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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