Art & Design Teacher

Cover People; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking an Art & Design Teacher for a full-time, long-term position in Rochdale, starting January 2026. The successful candidate will plan and deliver engaging lessons for secondary school students while contributing positively to the school community. Candidates should hold a UK teaching qualification and have experience teaching KS3 & GCSE Art & Design.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Paid weekly

12.07% statutory holiday pay

Ongoing support including CV guidance and interview prep

Qualifications

• Experience teaching KS3 & GCSE Art & Design.
• Ability to deliver engaging Art & Design lessons.
• Passion for teaching and pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in line with national curriculum standards.
• Monitor and assess pupil progress effectively.
• Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment.
• Contribute to department planning and wider school initiatives.
• Support the academic and personal development of all learners.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Creative teaching

Behaviour management

Education

QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Art & Design Teacher – Location: Rochdale. Salary: £(Apply online only) per day (includes statutory holiday pay). Job Type: Long-term - full time. Start Date: January 2026 – Easter 2026.

About the Role

Cover People are currently recruiting for an Art & Design Teacher to join a supportive secondary school based in Rochdale, starting in January 2026.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity for a passionate and creative educator to make a real impact. The successful candidate will be expected to plan, deliver, and assess engaging Art & Design lessons across KS3 & KS4, while contributing positively to the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in line with national curriculum standards
• Monitor and assess pupil progress effectively
• Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment
• Contribute to department planning, meetings, and wider school initiatives
• Support the academic and personal development of all learners

Requirements

• QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification
• Experience teaching KS3 & GCSE Art & Design
• Strong classroom and behaviour management
• A passion for teaching and pupil progress
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Cover People?

At Cover People, we're committed to supporting teachers and support staff at every stage of their career. We are proudly APSCo+ verified, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards in education recruitment. This means both schools and candidates benefit from a trusted, compliant, and ethical service.

When you join Cover People, you can expect:

• A wide range of temporary, long-term, and permanent opportunities across Greater Manchester and beyond
• Competitive pay rates, paid weekly
• 12.07% statutory holiday pay
• A friendly, experienced team of education consultants who listen and support your goals
• Roles tailored to your skills, values, and lifestyle
• Ongoing support including CV guidance, interview prep, and market insights

Safeguarding and Compliance

As part of our safeguarding commitment, all successful applicants must:

• Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Provide two professional references
• Submit to overseas police checks (if applicable)
• Provide a full CV with all employment gaps clearly explained