Art & Design Teacher — Inspire Creativity & Growth

Lift Richmond Park; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Flexi Time

Two-Week October Half-Term

Chromebook Provided

No Duties

CPD Twice Weekly

Six Wellbeing Mornings

Health: Autumn flu jabs

Job summary

Lift Richmond Park is seeking an enthusiastic Art & Design Teacher to deliver a student- and community-centered curriculum across KS3 and KS4, with growth into KS5 as GCSE and A Level courses expand. You’ll also serve as a Form Tutor and contribute to trips, extracurriculars and school events, supporting student progress and wellbeing.

You will join a collaborative team in East Sheen, with strong support for CPD and wellbeing initiatives, including flexible working and opportunities to engage

Qualifications

• QTS and a degree in a relevant discipline are required.
• Excellent observational drawing and painting skills are essential.
• Confident digital literacy, with exam moderation and photo editing skills.
• Ability to assess progress effectively and use this to inform planning and support learning.
• Compassionate, culturally responsive educator who views art as a tool for wellbeing and self-expression.
• Reflective, open to feedback and committed to professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging Art & Design lessons with clear objectives, adapting for SEND, EAL, and varied abilities.
• Use questioning, feedback and assessment to check understanding and address misconceptions.
• Set ambitious targets for learning based on prior attainment and progress.
• Create an inclusive classroom with clear routines and high behaviour expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff and families to support each student's development.
• Contribute to curriculum design and engage in professional development to improve practice.

Skills

Observational drawing

Painting skills

Digital literacy

Assessment of progress

Reflective practitioner

Education

QTS

Relevant degree

Tools

Photo editing

Job description

Lift Richmond Park is seeking an enthusiastic Art & Design Teacher to deliver a student- and community-centered curriculum across KS3 and KS4, with growth into KS5 as GCSE and A Level courses expand. You’ll also serve as a Form Tutor and contribute to trips, extracurriculars and school events, supporting student progress and wellbeing.

You will join a collaborative team in East Sheen, with strong support for CPD and wellbeing initiatives, including flexible working and opportunities to engage