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Perham Education Partnership; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a high-achieving secondary school in Nottingham as an Art Teacher. This full-time permanent role offers Early Career Teachers a nurturing environment with structured mentoring and professional development. You will inspire young creatives, delivering engaging art lessons and supporting student growth while partaking in extracurricular activities.

Benefits

Tailored ECT Support

Outstanding Facilities

Collaborative Culture

Academic and Creative Excellence

Enrichment-Driven

Wellbeing Focused

Qualifications

• Hold QTS and relevant degree in Art.
• Strong desire to engage students creatively.
• Commitment to high standards of achievement.

Responsibilities

• Teach Art and Design across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Deliver engaging lessons in various artistic media.
• Track and support student progress.

Skills

Passion for art education

Creative thinking

Energy

Flexibility

Education

Relevant degree in Art, Fine Art, or Art & Design

Job description

Art Teacher Early Career Teacher (ECT) Opportunity in Nottingham

Location: Nottingham

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Full-time Permanent

Salary: MPS (Main Pay Scale)

Inspire Young Creatives at a High-Achieving School in Nottingham

Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Career Teacher (ECT) eager to make your mark? We are offering an exciting opportunity to join the Art Department of a thriving secondary school in Nottingham. Start your teaching journey in a supportive environment where creativity, academic achievement, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do.

About the School

Located in the vibrant city of Nottingham, our school is known for its strong academic results, inclusive ethos, and commitment to nurturing individual talents. The Art Department provides students with an engaging and imaginative space to explore various artistic media and develop their own creative voice.

As an ECT, you'll be welcomed into a nurturing environment with a well-structured induction, expert mentoring, and plenty of opportunities for professional development.

About the Role

As our new Art Teacher, you will:

• Teach Art and Design across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential to support Key Stage 5 as your experience grows.
• Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons across media such as drawing, painting, mixed media, and digital art.
• Encourage students to experiment, reflect, and develop their personal style.
• Track and support student progress with effective assessment and feedback.
• Get involved in extracurricular activities including clubs, trips, and exhibitions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to continually evolve our creative curriculum.

Who We're Looking For

We are excited to hear from Early Career Teachers who:

• Hold QTS and a relevant degree in Art, Fine Art, or Art & Design.
• Have a passion for art education and a strong desire to engage students in creative thinking.
• Bring energy, imagination, and flexibility to their teaching approach.
• Are committed to upholding high standards of achievement and behaviour.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, forward-thinking school community.

Why Join Us

• Tailored ECT Support: A comprehensive induction with mentoring and training to help you thrive.
• Outstanding Facilities: Well-equipped art studios and plenty of space to showcase student work.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that shares ideas and supports one another.
• Academic and Creative Excellence: A balanced focus on achievement and expression.
• Enrichment-Driven: Get involved in exhibitions, workshops, and school-wide creative events.
• Wellbeing Focused: A positive working culture that values staff development and wellbeing.

How to Apply

If you're an enthusiastic ECT ready to kickstart your teaching career in Nottingham, we'd love to hear from you.

Send us your CV — no cover letter required. Take your first step into a rewarding teaching career where creativity and excellence go hand in hand.

Note: The key skills listed (Ab initio, HR Administration, Accommodation, Advocacy, Bid Management, Maintenance Engineering) are not relevant to this teaching role and should be removed for clarity.