Art & Design Teacher – Secondary School – North Dorset – September 2025
Permanent, Full-Time Role
KS3–KS4 Art with Opportunities for KS5
Creative, Community-Focused School
A welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in North Dorset is seeking a talented Art & Design Teacher to join its Visual Arts team in September 2025. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver high-quality lessons to students in KS3 and KS4, with the possibility of contributing to sixth form teaching for the right candidate.
The school promotes creativity as a key pillar of student development, and the Art department is known for its student-led projects, involvement with local galleries, and interdisciplinary links across the curriculum.
Responsibilities:
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Deliver engaging and well-planned Art lessons across key stages
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Support students in building GCSE portfolios and understanding assessment criteria
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Use a range of media including sculpture, mixed media, photography, and digital platforms
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Contribute to school exhibitions, competitions, and collaborative art installations
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Foster an inclusive environment that celebrates creative expression
Candidate Requirements:
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Degree in Art, Fine Art, or related subject
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PGCE and QTS (or equivalent), ECTs encouraged to apply
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Strong classroom management and a passion for arts education
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Experience in exhibition curation or community projects is a bonus
School Information:
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Well-resourced art studios and technician support
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Active arts partnerships with local institutions
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Warm and supportive pastoral culture
Salary:
MPS/UPS – ECTs fully supported