Location: Taunton
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a creative and dedicated Art Teacher to join a forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Taunton this September. The school has a strong commitment to the arts and celebrates student creativity through an engaging and broad curriculum.
The Art department is well-resourced, energetic, and central to the school’s culture of creative expression and innovation. The school promotes an inclusive ethos where all students are encouraged to explore their artistic talents and express their individuality.
Why Work at This School?
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A vibrant and inclusive learning environment with a strong focus on the arts
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Modern studios and access to a wide range of creative resources
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A supportive SLT that values the contribution of the arts to whole-child development
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Regular opportunities for exhibitions, gallery trips, and artist workshops
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A welcoming and collaborative staff body
Your Role as an Art Teacher:
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Teach Art and Design across KS3 and KS4, with potential for KS5 depending on experience
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Plan and deliver inspiring and varied lessons that foster creativity and critical thinking
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Encourage student participation in extra-curricular art clubs and competitions
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Celebrate student work through displays and community events
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Maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and student engagement
Ideal Candidate Profile:
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A qualified Art Teacher (QTS) with a strong academic background in the subject
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An imaginative and student-focused educator with a love for visual arts
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Someone who believes in the transformative power of creativity
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Excellent classroom presence and ability to differentiate instruction
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Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to undergo one)
If you are an enthusiastic Art Teacher ready to make a lasting impact in a creative and inclusive school community, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for a September start