Smile Education are currently recruiting a passionate and creative Art & Design Teacher to work within a secondary school in Oldham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher to join a supportive department and help students develop their creativity, confidence, and technical skills.
The role would suit an experienced teacher or an ECT, and offers the chance to work in a well‑structured school environment that values creativity, professionalism, and high‑quality teaching.
Role Overview
As an Art & Design Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring lessons across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to support students through GCSE coursework and portfolio development where required.
This role is ideal for someone who can bring enthusiasm, creativity, and strong classroom practice, while working collaboratively within a committed Art department.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver engaging Art & Design lessons across KS3 and KS4
Support students with coursework, portfolio development, and exam preparation
Promote creativity, experimentation, and confidence in students’ artistic ability
Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of pupils of varying ability
Maintain a positive, focused, and inclusive classroom environment
Assess, monitor, and report on student progress where appropriate
Work closely with colleagues to ensure continuity of learning
Uphold professional standards, safeguarding expectations, and school ethos
Requirements
The successful candidate will:
Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential
Have experience teaching Art & Design within a secondary school setting
Be confident supporting GCSE Art coursework and controlled assessments
Demonstrate strong classroom presence and behaviour management
Be adaptable, proactive, and well organised
Have a genuine passion for art, creativity, and student development
Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)ECTs are encouraged to apply.
Pay & Benefits
£150–£225 per day, dependent on experience and pay scale
Long‑term, stable placement
Full‑time role with potential to extend
Dedicated support from experienced education consultants
Ongoing guidance throughout the placement
Safeguarding & Compliance
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete full compliance checks, including:
Enhanced DBS
Barred List and Prohibited List checks
Right‑to‑work verification
Qualification and reference checksAll staff are expected to share this commitment and uphold the highest professional standards.
Apply Now
If you are a creative and committed Art & Design Teacher looking for a long‑term role within a secondary school in Oldham, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with Smile Education.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications