Art & Design Teacher

TeacherActive Ltd; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 consultants

CPD courses & certificates

Market leading pay rates

Referral bonus

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with a secondary school in Keynsham to appoint an enthusiastic Art Teacher on a full-time contract starting after October half term. You will deliver engaging Art lessons to KS3 and KS4, helping students develop creativity and confidence in a supportive environment.

The role requires QTS with an Art specialization and experience teaching in secondary education, with opportunities for CPD and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• QTS with Art specialization.
• Experience teaching Art in a secondary school.
• Ability to deliver engaging KS3/KS4 lessons.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management.
• Passion for inspiring students through creativity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Art lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Differentiate lessons to meet varying abilities.
• Encourage creativity and confidence in students.

Skills

Art teaching

KS3/KS4 curriculum

Classroom management

Communication skills

Creative teaching

Education

QTS with Art specialization

Job description

Start Date: After October Half Term 2026

Are you a creative and passionate Art Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in a welcoming and supportive secondary school?

Are you an Early Career Teacher / ECT looking to develop your teaching practice within a friendly and encouraging school environment?

Would you love to join a school that values creativity, individuality and the arts, with a genuine commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a secondary school based in Keynsham, offering an opportunity for an enthusiastic Art Teacher to join its teaching team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about creative education and inspiring young people to develop their artistic abilities.

The school is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Art Teacher on a full-time basis, starting after October half term and continuing until Christmas, with a strong possibility of the position extending for the remainder of the academic year. The successful Art Teacher will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring Art lessons across Key Stage 3 / KS3 and Key Stage 4 / KS4, encouraging students to develop their artistic skills, creativity and confidence while exploring a range of artistic techniques, styles and materials.

The successful Art Teacher will have:

• QTS with an Art specialism (ECTs are welcome to apply)
• Experience teaching Art within a secondary school setting
• Strong knowledge of the Art curriculum across KS3 and KS4, with the ability to deliver engaging and differentiated lessons
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for inspiring young people through creativity, practical activities and the visual arts
• Strong communication skills and a positive, adaptable approach to supporting students of varying abilities

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend

Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £34,069 to £52,835 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: BS31 1AA

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 22 Oct 2026

Closing date: 21 Nov 2026

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

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