Art Teacher

We're Looking for an Inspiring Art Teacher!

Location: Newham

Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £38,766 - £60,092 per year

Start Date: 1st September 2025

About The School:

At this school creativity is at the core of everything they do. They believe that every student has a unique artistic voice waiting to be discovered, and they are looking for a passionate Art Teacher to help bring that vision to life. This school is a place where imagination runs wild, and we want you to be a part of it!

If you have a deep love for the arts, an eye for creativity, and a talent for inspiring young minds, we want you to join our vibrant and dynamic Arts Department. This is your chance to make an impact, cultivate artistic talent, and ignite a lifelong passion for the arts in students from all backgrounds.

The Role:

As an Art Teacher, you'll be at the heart of our creative journey. You'll have the opportunity to teach a diverse range of students across all key stages, from sketching to sculpture, from digital art to mixed media masterpieces! Your classroom will be a place of expression, discovery, and innovation, where students explore new ideas and develop the technical skills to bring their visions to life.

Not only will you teach, but you'll inspire-fostering a love of art that extends beyond the classroom and into every corner of the school. Whether it's helping students prepare for exhibitions, running art clubs, or collaborating on exciting school-wide projects, this is your chance to shape the artistic future of the next generation!

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, teach, and unleash creative brilliance in dynamic Art lessons across all key stages
• Encourage students to push the boundaries of their imagination with exciting, hands-on projects
• Provide personalized feedback to help students refine their craft and develop their artistic identity
• Innovate and inspire-introduce new techniques and modern mediums to fuel creative growth
• Create opportunities for students to showcase their talents through art exhibitions, competitions, and projects
• Collaborate with an energetic team of creatives to make the Arts Department the heart of the school
• Engage with students outside the classroom through art clubs, creative workshops, and school events
• Build a vibrant classroom culture where every student feels confident to express themselves through art

About You:

• A passionate artist and educator with a qualification in Art and relevant teaching experience (QTS or equivalent)
• Energetic and inspiring-you know how to captivate and motivate students to explore their creativity
• Experience teaching Art at secondary school level (Key Stage 3 & 4)
• You're a creative problem-solver who knows how to make every lesson a work of art
• Skilled in a variety of artistic techniques, and eager to teach everything from painting to digital design
• A collaborative team player, ready to bring your own unique artistic flair to the department
• Enthusiastic about running extra-curricular art clubs, workshops, and projects

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• A dynamic and supportive school environment that values creativity and innovation
• The chance to shape the artistic future of students and encourage them to think outside the box
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a forward-thinking school
• A school that celebrates the arts with a vibrant calendar of exhibitions, performances, and projects
• Competitive salary and fantastic benefits

Please submit your CV today if you think you are the right fit for this role!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'