Art & Design Teacher

Are you a creative and passionate Art & Design Teacher with the ability to inspire artistic expression and critical appreciation in students? An Outstanding mixed school in Islington is looking for a fantastic temporary, part-time Art & Design Teacher to join their vibrant Creative Arts department for an immediate start. This is a wonderful opportunity to cultivate students' artistic talents and appreciation for diverse art forms across Key Stages 3 and 4, with exciting potential for Key Stage 5.

What you'll be doing:

• You'll be designing and delivering engaging Art & Design lessons, covering a wide range of mediums, techniques, and historical periods.
• It's about encouraging creativity, active exploration, and individual expression through drawing, painting, sculpture, and other visual arts.
• You'll support and lead various art clubs and exhibitions, contributing to the school's thriving extra-curricular art programme.

What we're looking for:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with a specialism in Art & Design.
• Experience teaching engaging and effective Art & Design lessons at Key Stages 3 and 4 is highly desirable.
• Strong artistic ability and a broad knowledge of art history and contemporary art.
• Excellent communication skills, strong classroom management, and a genuine passion for inspiring artistic talent.

Why join this school? This Outstanding school offers a competitive salary and robust professional development opportunities. Become part of a vibrant and collaborative Creative Arts department in a school celebrated for its strong artistic programmes and excellent facilities. Benefit from purpose-built art studios and a range of resources designed to enrich the teaching and learning experience. Join a school that values the arts as central to a holistic education and promotes a strong sense of community in Islington.

About This School: This 'Outstanding' mixed secondary school in Islington boasts a rich and thriving arts scene, with Art & Design playing a central role in its educational philosophy. They provide extensive opportunities for students to engage with art, both in the curriculum and through a wide array of extra-curricular projects and exhibitions, fostering creativity, discipline, and a lifelong appreciation for the visual arts.