Unqualified Art Teacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Daventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking an Unqualified Art Teacher for a welcoming secondary school in Daventry, Northamptonshire. Start ASAP.

You will plan and deliver Art lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4, support students’ practical work, and help develop confidence and creativity in a supportive classroom. This role is ideal for Art graduates or aspiring teachers seeking hands-on classroom experience; PGCE/SCITT routes encouraged. An Enhanced DBS is desirable.

Qualifications

• A passion for Art and creativity.
• Strong communication skills with students.
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver creative Art lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4.
• Support students in developing practical skills and confidence.
• Encourage self-expression and independent thinking.
• Create a positive, well-structured and safe learning environment.
• Adapt lessons for varying abilities.
• Support coursework and practical projects as needed.
• Collaborate with experienced staff to develop classroom practice.
• Build positive relationships with students and maintain high expectations.

Skills

Art knowledge

Communication

Classroom management

Creativity

Education

Art degree

Job description

Unqualified Art Teacher - Daventry
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term Supply
Salary: £100-£160 per day (depending on experience and level of school support)

Do you have a passion for Art and an interest in pursuing a career in teaching? Are you looking to gain valuable classroom experience within a supportive secondary school in Daventry? We are currently supporting a welcoming secondary school in Daventry that is looking to appoint a dedicated Unqualified Art Teacher to start ASAP. This opportunity would be particularly well suited to Art graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with strong creative and subject knowledge who are keen to gain hands-on classroom experience and develop their career within education.

The Role

• Plan and deliver creative and engaging Art lessons across Key Stage 3 and 4
• Support students in developing their practical skills, creativity, and confidence
• Encourage experimentation, self-expression, and independent thinking
• Create a positive, well-structured, and safe learning environment
• Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students with varying abilities
• Support students with their coursework and practical projects where appropriate
• Work alongside experienced teaching staff to develop your classroom practice
• Build positive relationships with students and maintain high expectations
• Contribute to departmental activities and wider school life

About You

• A degree in Art, Design, Fine Art, or a related subject, or strong relevant subject knowledge
• A genuine passion for Art and creativity
• Previous experience working with young people is beneficial but not essential
• Strong communication skills and confidence when working with students
• The ability to establish positive relationships and manage a classroom effectively
• A willingness to learn and develop your teaching practice
• An interest in progressing into teaching through routes such as PGCE, SCITT, or teacher apprenticeships
• A positive, adaptable, and reliable approach
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

What the School Offers

• Immediate start available
• A long-term teaching opportunity within a supportive secondary school
• The opportunity to gain valuable hands-on classroom experience
• Support and guidance from experienced teaching staff
• Access to ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment
• The opportunity to develop your classroom management and teaching skills
• Potential opportunities for progression into teacher training or future teaching positions

Take the Next Step into Teaching

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Art graduate or aspiring teacher looking to gain meaningful classroom experience while working within a supportive school environment. Whether you're considering a career in teaching, preparing to begin a teacher training course, or simply looking to gain further experience working with young people, this could be an excellent opportunity to develop your skills.