Art & Design Teacher

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic secondary school in Wandsworth seeks a passionate Art & Design Teacher to inspire creativity and foster student development from September 2025. The role includes leading lessons across KS3 and KS4, running workshops, and managing student projects in a supportive and well-equipped environment.

Benefits

Inclusive, student-centred school

Well-equipped art studios

Opportunities to lead creative initiatives

Qualifications

• QTS and a relevant degree in Art, Design or Fine Arts required.
• Creative, organised, confident in classroom management.
• Keen eye for detail and passion for student progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theory-based lessons to KS3–KS4.
• Support students with portfolio development.
• Encourage creative thinking and independent projects.

Skills

Creative thinking

Classroom management

Organisational skills

Education

QTS

Degree in Art, Design or Fine Arts

Job description

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Art & Design Teacher | Wandsworth | September 2025 Start

Can you help young people express themselves through creativity and design?

A dynamic secondary school in Wandsworth is on the lookout for a passionate Art & Design Teacher to join their expressive arts department in September 2025. This is a brilliant opportunity for an Art & Design Teacher who thrives in a hands-on, imaginative environment. Whether you're an experienced Art & Design Teacher or an ECT full of fresh ideas, this is a role where you can really make a mark.

The Art & Design Teacher will teach across KS3 and KS4, leading students through sketching, painting, sculpture and digital design. The Art & Design Teacher will help run exhibitions and workshops and will also support GCSE students with their coursework. The Art & Design Teacher will have access to dedicated studio spaces and excellent resources.

Art & Design Teacher – Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver practical and theory-based lessons to KS3–KS4
• Support students with portfolio development
• Encourage creative thinking and independent projects
• Contribute to extracurricular clubs and events

Person Specification:

• QTS and a relevant degree in Art, Design or Fine Arts
• Creative, organised and confident in classroom management
• A keen eye for detail and passion for student progress

Why Apply?

• Inclusive, student-centred school with strong arts ethos
• Well-equipped art studios and supportive SLT
• Opportunities to lead whole-school creative initiatives

Salary: MPS/UPS (Inner London)

Start Date: September 2025

Location: Wandsworth

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