Art Teacher

Smile Education; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are seeking a passionate Art Teacher for a supportive secondary school in Shrewsbury. You will deliver high-quality Art lessons, inspiring students to explore styles and build skills within a positive learning environment.

The role requires a qualified teacher with QTS, strong classroom management, and the ability to plan engaging lessons for mixed abilities. You will work collaboratively with colleagues to support student development and creativity.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art within a secondary school environment.
• Strong classroom management and the ability to plan engaging lessons for varied abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Art lessons across the secondary age range.
• Plan lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Create a positive classroom environment and differentiate for abilities.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to school community.

Skills

QTS

Art teaching

Secondary education

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a passionate and creative Art Teacher to join a successful and supportive secondary school in Shrewsbury.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher who is committed to inspiring young people and helping students develop their creativity, confidence and artistic abilities. The school provides a positive and supportive learning environment, where high expectations, mutual respect and student development are at the heart of everything they do.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and high-quality Art lessons across the secondary age range, encouraging students to explore different artistic styles, develop practical skills and build their knowledge and appreciation of Art.

• Planning and delivering engaging Art lessons in line with the national curriculum.
• Creating a positive and inclusive classroom environment where students feel confident expressing their creativity.
• Teaching a range of artistic techniques, processes and media.
• Assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback to support development.
• Differentiating lessons to meet the needs and abilities of all learners.
• Managing classroom behaviour in line with school policies and expectations.
• Encouraging students to develop their confidence, creativity and independent thinking.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and contributing to the wider school community.

• A qualified teacher with QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art within a secondary school environment.
• A genuine passion for Art and creativity.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain high expectations.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons for students of varying abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, flexible and professional approach.
• A genuine commitment to supporting students' academic, personal and creative development.

Safeguarding

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete the necessary compliance and safeguarding checks, including DBS, Barred List, Prohibited List and qualification checks where applicable.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.