Art Teacher - Nottingham

An ambitious and well-regarded secondary school in Nottingham is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and dedicated Art Teacher to join their successful Creative Arts faculty. This is a full-time, permanent role starting ASAP and is suitable for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach Art across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach KS5 depending on experience. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons that develop students’ practical skills, creative thinking, and understanding of artistic techniques and history.

You will be responsible for creating an inspiring classroom environment where students feel confident to experiment with a range of materials, including drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and digital art. The role also involves preparing students for GCSE and potentially A-Level assessments, contributing to exhibitions, and supporting extracurricular art clubs and competitions.

About the School

This Nottingham secondary school is known for its strong academic performance, positive behaviour culture, and commitment to creative subjects. The Art department is well-resourced, with dedicated studio space and access to a wide range of materials. Staff work collaboratively and are supported through structured CPD, mentoring, and leadership development opportunities.

The school values creativity as an essential part of student development and regularly showcases student artwork through exhibitions and community projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Art lessons across KS3/4 (KS5 optional)
• Develop students’ technical and creative abilities
• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level examinations
• Assess, monitor, and track student progress
• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental initiatives
• Support enrichment activities and school exhibitions

Experience and Qualifications

• Degree in Art or related discipline
• QTS or PGCE
• Experience teaching Art in secondary education (ECTs welcome)
• Strong classroom management skills
• Passion for creativity and student development

Salary

MPS/UPS (dependent on experience).

Application

To be considered for this Art Teacher role in Nottingham, please submit your up-to-date CV as soon as possible.