Inspiring Art Teacher (KS3-4) | Sep–Dec 2026 (Long-Term)

Tradewind Recruitment; Bolton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly PAYE pay

Dedicated consultant

Access to CPD courses

Interview preparation support

Long-term, permanent and daily supply

Bolton/Greater Manchester network of

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a Bolton secondary school to appoint an experienced Art Teacher for a long-term role from September to Christmas 2026. The post involves teaching KS3/KS4 in a creative Arts department with a strong community ethos and a focus on student creativity.

The ideal candidate has QTS or equivalent, solid Art teaching experience in secondary, and strong classroom management. The role offers competitive daily rates and a supportive consultant throughout placement.

Qualifications

• QTS or equivalent required.
• Experience teaching Art in a secondary school.
• Strong subject knowledge in Art.
• Excellent classroom management.
• Enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to student potential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Art lessons across KS3/KS4.
• Teach students of varying abilities.
• Develop drawing, painting and creative skills.
• Encourage experimentation with materials and techniques.
• Prepare students for GCSE Art when appropriate.
• Assess and monitor student progress.
• Foster an engaging, positive classroom environment.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and achievement.
• Contribute to the wider creative life of the school.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Classroom management

Inspire creativity

Enthusiastic and reliable

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with a Bolton secondary school to appoint an experienced Art Teacher for a long-term role from September to Christmas 2026. The post involves teaching KS3/KS4 in a creative Arts department with a strong community ethos and a focus on student creativity.

The ideal candidate has QTS or equivalent, solid Art teaching experience in secondary, and strong classroom management. The role offers competitive daily rates and a supportive consultant throughout placement.