Art Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a dedicated Art Teacher for a maternity cover position lasting approximately 8 months, starting in September 2025. This role involves teaching Art & Design to students across Key Stage 3 and 4, emphasizing a creative and inclusive approach to learning. Ideal candidates will have QTS or relevant experience and a passion for educational arts. The position offers a supportive work environment with professional development opportunities, aiming to inspire students and foster their artistic talents.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Access to resources and professional development opportunities

A forward-thinking and student-centred ethos

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching Art & Design.
• Experience in textiles desirable.
• Committed to high-quality, creative lessons.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Art & Design lessons for Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Inspire and engage students in a creative environment.
• Support all learners to achieve their best.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Inspirational Teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

Significant recent experience delivering Art & Design

Job description

Art Teacher (Maternity Cover – 8 Months+, Full Time)
Start Date: September 2025 | End Date: Subject to change depending on the postholder's return

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and creative Art Teacher to join a vibrant and supportive secondary school community on a full-time basis. This is a maternity cover post for approximately 8 months, with the end date subject to the return of the current postholder, likely to increase.

We are looking for someone who can inspire and engage students in Art & Design across Key Stages 3 and 4. Experience with textiles is desirable.

We welcome applications from:

• Qualified Teachers with QTS or equivalent

• Unqualified teachers with significant, recent experience delivering Art & Design in UK secondary schools

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about the power of the arts in education and is committed to delivering high-quality, creative lessons that support all learners to achieve their best.

What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment

• Access to resources and professional development opportunities

• A forward-thinking and student-centred ethos

If you’re looking to make a difference and thrive in a creative and inclusive setting, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with us directly. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview before the closing date.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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