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Job Title: Art & Design Teacher
Location: Heath Farm School, Ashford, TN27 0AX
Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 35 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: April 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
As our Art & Design Teacher, you’ll deliver engaging, inclusive, and imaginative lessons that encourage pupils to explore their ideas, experiment with materials, and celebrate their individuality. You’ll plan and deliver a curriculum that balances creative freedom with key skills development, helping each learner grow in confidence and ability.
You’ll:
1. Design and deliver inspiring Art & Design lessons across a range of mediums
2. Encourage self-expression while developing pupils’ technical and creative skills
3. Adapt teaching to meet individual learning needs and abilities
4. Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment where students feel valued
5. Maintain accurate records of progress, assessment, and achievement
6. Support pupils in preparing for accredited qualifications where appropriate
7. Collaborate with the wider teaching team to contribute to whole-school creativity and enrichment
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
8. Qualified: UK QTS or equivalent, with a relevant degree
9. Experienced: Strong understanding of SEN, including ASC, learning difficulties, and complex needs
10. Compassionate & Resilient: Able to build trusting relationships with pupils who may have faced significant challenges
11. Collaborative: A clear communicator who thrives in a team environment
12. Creative & Flexible: You’ll need to adapt and innovate to meet individual needs