Art Teacher – January Start (South Leeds)
Location: South Leeds
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Love bringing creativity to life in the classroom? We’ve got a brilliant opportunity for an Art Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in South Leeds this January.
This is a school where creative subjects are celebrated, students are encouraged to explore, and teachers have the space to make lessons their own. You’ll be joining a passionate department that loves helping students discover their artistic voice — whether that’s through fine art, digital media, or messy hands-on projects.
What’s in it for you:
1. Supportive SLT who genuinely value the arts
2. Well-equipped art rooms (yes, proper storage and enough paintbrushes!)
3. Collaborative and friendly staff team
4. Opportunities to lead extra-curricular clubs and exhibitions
What we’re looking for:
5. Qualified Art Teacher (QTS or QTLS)
6. Experience teaching KS3 and KS4
7. Someone creative, patient, and full of fresh ideas
8. A teacher who believes art can build confidence, curiosity, and self-expression
Why join Protocol Education?
9. Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies
10. FREE access to our online CPD Academy
11. Dedicated local consultant support
12. Streamlined registration and local school connections
13. Referral rewards when you recommend friends
If you’re ready to inspire the next generation of artists and want a January start with a supportive South Leeds school, we’d love to hear from you.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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