Art Teacher

Location: Yeovil, Somerset
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS

A welcoming and well-respected secondary school near Yeovil is looking for a creative and committed Art Teacher to join their expressive arts team from September 2025. The school celebrates artistic achievement and values visual literacy as a key part of the curriculum.

Role Overview:
You will deliver engaging and imaginative Art lessons at KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to lead media-based or cross-disciplinary projects. Students enjoy art, and their work is regularly displayed throughout the school and community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, teach, and assess a varied Art curriculum across different media

• Guide students in developing their portfolios and artistic identity

• Use sketchbooks, exhibitions, and critique to support visual thinking

• Lead or support an art club, exhibitions, and school-wide arts events

• Contribute to whole-school events with cross-departmental collaboration

Ideal Candidate:

• Degree in Art & Design or related subject; QTS required

• A belief in the value of inclusive arts education

• Experience or interest in photography, ceramics, or digital media welcome

• Excellent organisational skills and a student-centred approach

About the School:
This is a nurturing school with a deep commitment to the arts. The department has a dedicated studio space, kiln, digital facilities, and a strong ethos of supporting creative expression. The school values collaboration and wellbeing.

Perks:

• Supportive SLT with focus on creative subjects

• Active links with local artists, museums, and galleries

• Professional development in creative curriculum and arts education

• Calm, well-ordered environment with a vibrant student body