Art Teacher

Wayman Education; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in Sunderland is looking for a dynamic Art Teacher to join its Arts Faculty starting September 2025. The successful candidate will teach across KS3 and KS4, potentially leading A-Level Fine Art classes, and get involved in community projects while enjoying strong support from school leadership.

Benefits

Budget for materials and gallery visits

Internal exhibition calendar

Excellent pupil engagement

Staff mentoring and career development

Qualifications

• Degree in Art with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Portfolio of artwork desirable.
• Enthusiastic about creativity with strong management skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach a full Art timetable across KS3 and KS4.
• Lead community-based art projects and extracurricular activities.
• Deliver engaging and practical Art lessons.

Skills

Classroom management

Creativity

Knowledge of multiple media

Education

Relevant Art degree with QTS

Job description

Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS

A vibrant secondary school in Sunderland is seeking a dynamic and creative Art Teacher to join their Arts Faculty from September 2025. The school has a strong emphasis on expressive subjects and regularly showcases student work through exhibitions, public events, and competitions.

About the Role:
You will teach a full Art timetable across KS3 and KS4, with the option to teach A-Level Fine Art depending on experience. The role offers the chance to lead community-based art projects and support cross-curricular creativity.

Key Features:

• Deliver practical, engaging Art lessons that spark imagination and skill

• Guide students through GCSE and/or A-Level coursework and sketchbooks

• Lead extracurriculars such as Art Club, mural projects, and gallery partnerships

• Collaborate with colleagues in drama and music for joint showcases

• Curate displays and exhibitions in and outside school

Candidate Requirements:

• A relevant Art degree with QTS

• Portfolio of personal or student artwork desirable

• Knowledge of multiple media (drawing, paint, sculpture, digital)

• Strong classroom management and enthusiasm for creativity

School Environment:
The Art department enjoys its own dedicated space, including two large studios, digital editing suites, and an outdoor creative area. SLT actively supports the arts as part of the school's holistic development ethos.

Perks:

• Budget for materials and gallery visits

• Internal exhibition calendar and public showcases

• Excellent pupil engagement in creative subjects

• Staff mentoring and career development options