Art & Design Teacher, EdEx – Education Recruitment

Guardian Jobs; Barking; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Barking is seeking an ambitious Art & Design Teacher for a full-time role starting September 2025. This position offers the opportunity to work within a supportive environment, alongside a talented team of educators. The school boasts excellent facilities and a strong culture of collaboration, making it an ideal place for both experienced teachers and early career professionals. With options for TLR roles and a commitment to professional development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of art education.

Benefits

Free parking on site

Good bus links

Walking distance from a station

Support from graduate Teaching Assistants

Qualifications

• Must have UK QTS or be in the process of gaining.
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a team of 7 Art & Design Teachers.
• Support ECTs with bespoke induction and mentoring.

Skills

Art & Design Teaching

Team Collaboration

Classroom Management

Meeting Teaching Standards

Education

UK QTS

Degree

A Levels

GCSEs

Job description

Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available!

An 'Outstanding' Secondary School in Barking & Dagenham, East London is on the hunt for an Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available for a September 2025 start. This is a permanent, full-time contract.

Year on Year, this school is one of the top schools in London for good behaviour, low staff turnover and a fantastic staff culture!

The Head Teacher is looking for an ambitious Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT who is keen to add value to an expanding Art & Design Department. The school is renowned for their supportive SLT, and impressive Progress 8 results across all subjects.

Experienced Art & Design Teachers have TLR options available including KS3 Coordinator, 2iC or Pastoral Responsibilities.

Early Career Teachers (ECT) will be enrolled onto the school's very own bespoke NQT induction, as well as work alongside a range of young & experienced Art & Design Teachers.

Does this sound like the Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available job for you? If so, please read on below to find out further information!

JOB DESCRIPTION - Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available!

• Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available
• Working alongside a team of 7 fantastic Art & Design Teachers
• TLR Opportunities: KS3 Coordinator, 2iC and Pastoral Responsibilities
• ECTs welcome: 1:1 Mentor, bespoke ECT induction, In & out of house training and more
• September 2025 - Full Time & Permanent
• MPS1-UPS3 - £38,766 - £60,092 per annum + TLR opportunities
• Located in the Borough of Barking & Dagenham

PERSON SPECIFICATION - Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available!

• Must have UK QTS or be in the process of gaining
• Strong academics across the board - Degree, A Levels and GCSEs
• Must be meeting the 8 Teaching Standards to a 'Good or Outstanding' level
• You must be able to work as part of a large team of Art & Design Teachers

SCHOOL DETAILS - Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available!

• Graded 'Outstanding' in 2022 Ofsted report
• Impressive Progress 8 results
• Modern & creative facilities throughout
• Impeccable behavior throughout the school
• Mixed Gender
• Plenty of additional support in class from graduate Teaching Assistants
• Free parking on site, good bus links and walking distance from a station

If you are interested in this Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available opportunity, interviews & lesson observations can be arranged ASAP.

Apply for this Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available opportunity by sending your CV to Becca at EdEx. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Art & Design Teacher / Art & Design ECT - TLR's Available!

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