Art Teacher

Cover People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Support from Cover People consultant

Opportunities across Stockport schools

Job summary

Cover People are recruiting Art Teachers to work across secondary schools in Stockport, offering flexible day-to-day supply roles with potential longer-term opportunities. Pay ranges from £140 to £190 per day depending on experience, with opportunities for short-term and longer-term placements as school requirements arise.

The role focuses on delivering engaging Art lessons to KS3/KS4, enabling pupils to explore creativity through drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media.

Qualifications

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art at secondary level.
• Strong subject knowledge across Art and Design.
• Confidence teaching across KS3 and KS4.
• Experience with a range of artistic materials and techniques.
• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.
• The ability to deliver engaging lessons using existing planning.
• A flexible, reliable and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Teach Art across KS3 and KS4.
• Deliver lessons in drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media.
• Support pupils with 2D and 3D projects.
• Follow existing lesson plans and schemes of work.
• Encourage experimentation, creativity and independent thinking.
• Demonstrate different artistic techniques and processes.
• Support pupils with coursework and portfolio development where required.
• Manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Adapt activities to different abilities and learning needs.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback.
• Ensure a safe and organised working environment, especially during practical activities.

Skills

QTS

Art teaching

KS3/KS4

Art materials

Behaviour management

Lesson planning

Flexible

Professional

Education

QTS or teaching qualification

Secondary Art teaching experience

Job description

Art Teacher

Location: Stockport
Start Date: ASAP
Role: Mainly day-to-day supply, with potential for longer-term opportunities
Pay: £140 £190 per day, depending on experience

Cover People are currently recruiting Art Teachers to work across secondary schools in Stockport, providing flexible teaching opportunities for creative and enthusiastic practitioners.

The majority of bookings will be day-to-day cover, making this a great opportunity for teachers looking for flexibility and variety in their working week. There may also be opportunities for short-term and longer-term placements as school requirements arise.

About the School

The school provides a broad secondary curriculum and encourages pupils to explore their creativity, develop practical skills and express their ideas through different artistic techniques. There is an emphasis on experimentation, independent thinking and developing an appreciation of art, craft and design. Pupils are encouraged to build confidence through creative projects and explore a variety of materials and approaches.

The Role

You will deliver engaging Art lessons and support pupils in developing their creative abilities, practical skills and understanding of different artistic techniques.

Depending on the booking, your responsibilities may include:

• Teaching Art across KS3 and KS4.

• Delivering lessons in drawing, painting, printmaking and mixed media.

• Supporting pupils with both 2D and 3D creative projects.

• Following existing lesson plans and departmental schemes of work.

• Encouraging experimentation, creativity and independent thinking.

• Demonstrating different artistic techniques and practical processes.

• Supporting pupils with coursework and portfolio development where required.

• Managing classroom behaviour and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• Adapting activities to suit different abilities and learning needs.

• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback.

• Ensuring a safe and organised working environment, particularly during practical activities.

About You

We're looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Art Teacher who can engage pupils and bring creativity into the classroom.

You should have:

• QTS or an appropriate recognised teaching qualification.

• Experience teaching Art at secondary level.

• Strong subject knowledge across Art and Design.

• Confidence teaching across KS3 and KS4.

• Experience with a range of artistic materials and techniques.

• Effective classroom and behaviour-management skills.

• The ability to deliver engaging lessons using existing planning.

• A flexible, reliable and professional approach.

Both Early Career Teachers and experienced Art Teachers are encouraged to apply.

Why Work Through Cover People?

• Primarily day-to-day supply bookings.

• Occasional short-term and longer-term teaching opportunities.

• Secondary schools across Stockport.

• £140 £190 per day, depending on experience.

• Flexible work to suit your availability.

• Opportunity to gain experience across different school environments.

• Dedicated support from your Cover People consultant.

All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.

Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of these schools. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures in line with statutory guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.