Art and Design Teacher

Prospero Teaching; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in London seeks an Art & Design / Technology Teacher to engage KS3/KS4 students in creative learning. The ideal candidate has a relevant teaching qualification and experience in alternative provision, understanding the needs of diverse learners. This full-time position offers a supportive environment focused on practical teaching methods to enhance student self-expression.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Art, DT, or a creative subject at secondary level.
• Understanding of SEMH needs or experience in alternative provision is desirable.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Art, Design and/or Technology across KS3 and KS4.
• Develop practical, accessible lessons to suit diverse learners.
• Foster creativity and confidence through personalised support.

Skills

Creativity

Classroom management

Flexible teaching approach

Education

QTS, QTLS, or relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Job Title: Art & Design / Technology Teacher
Area: West Drayton, Hillingdon
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term (Temp to Perm)
Salary: 170 - 250 per day (depending on experience)
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Interview: Video interview ASAP - First stage interview

Brief description:
Teach Art, Design and Technology to KS3/KS4 students in an alternative provision setting

About the school:
A specialist alternative provision supporting students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs and those unable to thrive in mainstream schools. Focus on practical, creative learning and small group teaching.

About the role:
Deliver creative and hands-on lessons in Art & Design and/or Technology. Engage students through project-based learning, promoting self-expression and skill development.

We're looking for a dedicated candidate to:

• Teach Art, Design and/or Technology across KS3 and KS4
• Develop practical, accessible lessons to suit diverse learners
• Foster creativity and confidence through personalised support
• Work effectively with support staff and pastoral teams

Requirements -
The ideal candidate would have:

• QTS, QTLS, or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience teaching Art, DT, or a creative subject at secondary level
• Understanding of SEMH needs or experience in alternative provision (desirable)
• Creative, flexible, and inclusive teaching approach
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.