Job Description
Art Teacher – Early Career Teacher (ECT) Opportunity in Derby\n\n📍 Location: Derby\n📅 Start Date: September 2025\n💼 Contract: Full-time, Permanent\n💷 Salary: MPS (Main Pay Scale)\n\nExciting Opportunity for an Art Teacher in Derby – Inspire the Next Generation of Creatives\n\nAre you an enthusiastic Art Teacher with a passion for teaching young people? We are looking for a dynamic and creative Art Teacher to join our vibrant secondary school in Derby. Whether you’re an Early Career Teacher (ECT) or a more experienced Art Teacher, this role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to a school known for its academic success and dedication to the arts.\n\nAs an Art Teacher at our school, you will inspire students at Key Stages 3 and 4 while promoting creative exploration in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
If you’re excited about shaping the artistic development of young people, this is the perfect role for you.\n\n🏫 About the School\n\nLocated in Derby, our state school prides itself on offering a high-quality education with a focus on academic excellence and student well-being. The Art Teacher department plays a pivotal role in developing students’ creative skills and fostering their passion for art. You will join a supportive team of Art Teachers who work together to deliver exciting lessons and extra-curricular opportunities.\n\nAs an Early Career Art Teacher, you’ll receive mentoring, guidance, and professional development opportunities to help you thrive in your career.
Our school offers state-of-the-art facilities to enhance your teaching, providing you with the resources you need to succeed.\n\n👩🏫 About the Role\n\nAs an Art Teacher, your responsibilities will include:\n\n * Teaching Art and Design across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to support Key Stage 5 as you develop your skills.\n\n * Delivering high-quality lessons across a variety of mediums, including drawing, painting, mixed media, and digital art.\n\n * Inspiring students to embrace creativity and experiment with their own artistic styles.\n\n * Tracking student progress, providing constructive feedback, and supporting their development as artists.\n\n * Engaging in extracurricular activities, such as school exhibitions, art clubs, and educational trips.\n\n * Collaborating with fellow Art Teachers to evolve and improve the art curriculum.\n\n✅ Who We’re Looking For\n\nWe are looking for an Art Teacher who:\n\n * Holds QTS and a relevant degree in Art, Fine Art, or Art & Design.\n\n * Has a passion for Art education and a desire to engage students in creative expression.\n\n * Is adaptable and brings imagination and energy to teaching.\n\n * Upholds high standards of behaviour and achievement in the classroom.\n\n * Enjoys collaborating with other Art Teachers and staff to improve teaching practices.\n\n🌟 Why Join Us?\n\n * 🎨 Tailored ECT Support – Receive expert mentoring and a structured induction to help you succeed as an Art Teacher.\n\n * 🏫 State-of-the-Art Facilities – Access well-equipped art studios and display areas to showcase student work.\n\n * 🤝 Collaborative Culture – Work alongside a team of passionate Art Teachers who share ideas and best practices.\n\n * 📚 Academic Excellence with a Creative Focus – Foster both academic achievement and personal expression through Art.\n\n * 🎭 Enrichment Opportunities – Get involved in school-wide creative events, exhibitions, and workshops.\n\n * 🌿 Wellbeing-Focused – Enjoy a positive working environment that values the professional growth and wellbeing of staff.\n\n📧 How to Apply\n\nIf you are an enthusiastic Art Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of creatives, we would love to hear from you.\n👉 Please submit your CV – no cover letter required