Visual Arts Teacher

Activate-Learning-1; Farnham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days’ annual leave ( calculated ...

Free eye tests

Season ticket loan / bus pass *

Dedicated Wellbeing Toolkit; Your ...

Blue Light Card; discounts

LinkedIn Learning; develop new skills

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Activate Learning’s Createch faculty at Farnham College is seeking a passionate Visual Arts Teacher to deliver on the UAL Level 2 Art and Design programme.

This permanent, part-time role (0.40 FTE) is based at Farnham College and offers the chance to inspire students while developing hands-on skills in drawing, painting, and design. A PGCE or equivalent qualification (or working towards one) is required.

Qualifications

• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification, or are currently working towards a recognised teaching qualification.
• relevant degree, professional qualification or substantial industry experience within an Art and Design discipline
• recent teaching experience within Further Education, with the ability to manage, motivate and support diverse groups of learners.
• working knowledge of UAL Art and Design qualifications, or similar vocational creative programmes.
• confidence delivering practical workshops across a range of art and design materials, techniques and processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, practical sessions across a broad range of visual arts disciplines.
• Support progression to Level 3 study and future opportunities within the creative industries.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student support

Art & Design knowledge

Practical workshops

Collaborative work

Education

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Degree in Art & Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Visual Arts Teacher

Reference: OCT20263474

Expiry date: 23:59, Mon, 7th Dec 2026

Location: Farnham

Benefits: Generous holiday entitlement, Teachers pension scheme and access to other great benefits

Activate Learning has an exciting opportunity for a passionate, enthusiastic and creative Visual Arts Teacher to join our growing Createch faculty at Farnham College.

Role: Visual Arts Teacher (UAL Level 2 Art and Design)
Location: Farnham College
Contract: Permanent, part-time role working 14.7 hours per week (0.40 FTE)
Salary: £32,486-£45,404

What you’ll be doing

We are looking for an inspiring Art and Design practitioner who can bring creativity, practical expertise and fresh ideas into the classroom, supporting the next generation of artists and designers.

This is a permanent, part-time role working 14.7 hours per week based at our Farnham College.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone who is adaptable, collaborative and enthusiastic about sharing their specialist knowledge, whilst contributing to the wider development of our creative curriculum.

The successful candidate will primarily teach on our UAL Level 2 Art and Design programme, helping students develop their creative confidence, technical abilities and understanding of the creative process, whilst preparing them for progression into Level 3 study and future opportunities within the creative industries.

You will plan and deliver engaging, practical sessions across a broad range of visual arts disciplines, including drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media and three-dimensional processes. We particularly value teachers who encourage experimentation, creative risk-taking and independent thinking, supporting students to develop their own ideas and artistic identity. We would particularly welcome applicants with expertise in one or more of the following specialist areas:

Painting and Drawing | 3D Art and Sculpture | Fashion and Textiles | Printmaking | Adobe Creative Cloud | Animation and 4D Practice | Graphic Design | Digital Art

You’ll have

• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification, or are currently working towards a recognised teaching qualification.
• relevant degree, professional qualification or substantial industry experience within an Art and Design discipline
• recent teaching experience within Further Education, with the ability to manage, motivate and support diverse groups of learners.
• working knowledge of UAL Art and Design qualifications, or similar vocational creative programmes.
• confidence delivering practical workshops across a range of art and design materials, techniques and processes.

Start your teaching journey with confidence?

At Activate Learning, we know that starting a new role is an important step. That’s why we provide all new teaching staff with a comprehensive three-day induction programme, designed to help you feel welcomed, supported and confident from day one.

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or new to the profession, your induction will introduce you to Activate Learning’s mission, values and Learning Philosophy-led culture. You’ll also spend an afternoon exploring our distinctive approaches to teaching and assessment, giving you a strong foundation for your role and helping you understand what makes learning at Activate Learning different.

And the support doesn’t stop there. You’ll have access to ongoing learning and development opportunities throughout your career, helping you continue to strengthen your practice, develop new skills and progress towards your career goals.

What we offer

We want you to feel supported, valued and able to develop throughout your career with us. As part of the Activate Learning team, you’ll have access to:

• 40 days’ annual leave ( calculated according to working hours)
• Free eye tests
• Season ticket loan / bus pass *
• Dedicated Wellbeing Toolkit; Your wellbeing. Your way. Support when you need it.
• Blue Light Card; access to a range of discounts and offers
• Access to LinkedIn Learning; develop new skills and explore learning at your own pace
• Learning and development opportunities; access to a range of professional development, training and career development opportunities to help you grow and progress

Activate Learning is a forward-thinking education group committed to transforming lives through learning.

We provide a wide range of education and training, including Further Education, Higher Education, adult education and apprenticeships, supporting learners at different stages of their education and careers.

At the heart of everything we do is our award-winning Learning Philosophy, which shapes how we teach, support our learners and work together as colleagues. Our approach is built around three simple principles: Feel Safe, Find Purpose and Make Progress.

We recognise that everyone has a different starting point, experience and ambition. We work with our learners as individuals, helping them build the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to progress.

As a colleague, you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive organisation where learning, development and making a positive difference are central to what we do.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

We welcome applications from all candidates who meet or exceed the minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team.

Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check due to exposure to hazardous conditions.

Activate Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Agencies working with our Talent Team must be part of our Preferred Supplier List (PSL)