Art And Design Teacher

AMA Admin; Oldham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APSCo Compliance+ standards

Personal consultant 24/7

Free CPD courses

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking an Art and Design Teacher to deliver a range of art disciplines to KS3/KS4 in a welcoming Oldham secondary school. You will guide students through practical projects, portfolios and GCSE preparation, using well-equipped studio spaces and modern design software.

The role emphasises student expression, technical skill, and maintaining safe studio practices, with opportunities to run art clubs and contribute to school exhibitions.

Qualifications

• UK QTS specialising in Art, Fine Art or Design.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GCSE Art & Design assessment objectives.
• Proven ability to teach painting, printmaking, sculpture.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical art, illustration and design lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Guide GCSE Art students through portfolio building, exam boards and exhibitions.
• Maintain studio equipment, art supplies and health and safety protocols.
• Encourage pupil engagement through lunchtime/after-school clubs.

Skills

Art & Design teaching

GCSE Art & Design

Portfolio guidance

Health & safety protocols

Education

UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Art and Design Teacher

Location: Oldham

Daily Rate: £150 - £220

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

About the Role:

Milk Education is recruiting a creative and organised Art and Design Teacher for a welcoming secondary school in Oldham. This Art and Design Teacher opportunity involves delivering fine art, textiles, and 3D design projects across Key Stages 3 and 4. The school in Oldham provides well-equipped studio spaces, kilns, and modern digital design software. As an Art and Design Teacher, you will inspire students to build comprehensive sketchbooks and prepare high-calibre GCSE portfolios. Secondary schools in Oldham value practical subject delivery that fosters pupil expression and technical skill.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Delivering practical art, illustration, and design lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Guiding GCSE Art students through portfolio building, exam boards, and final exhibitions.

• Maintaining studio equipment, art supplies, and health and safety protocols.

• Encouraging pupil engagement through creative lunchtime and after-school art clubs.

Requirements or Skills:

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) specialising in Art, Fine Art, or Design.

• Comprehensive knowledge of GCSE Art and Design assessment objectives.

• Proven ability to teach a wide range of media including painting, printmaking, and sculpture.

• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service.

Benefits:

• Daily rate ranging from £150 - £220 per day.

• Rapid, professional registration via APSCo Compliance+ standards.

• Personal consultant on hand 24/7 via work mobile for placement support.

• Free accredited CPD courses covering classroom management and inclusive learning.

• Handover packs and detailed school insight guides provided before placement.