Job Description
An innovative and high-achieving secondary school in Reading is looking for a talented and imaginative Art ECT to join its successful Art & Design department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an early career teacher to develop their practice in a forward-thinking and inclusive environment.\n\nWhat Makes This School Stand Out?\n\n * \n\n Modern art facilities including studio space, kiln room, and digital design software\n\n * \n\n A department committed to experimentation and supporting individual creativity\n\n * \n\n Clear structure for ECT support including planning time, mentorship, and CPD\n\n * \n\n Opportunities to lead clubs, workshops, and art-based enrichment projects\n\n * \n\n A strong track record of high GCSE Art outcomes and exhibitions\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * \n\n Delivering high-quality lessons in Art and Design across KS3 and KS4\n\n * \n\n Encouraging students to explore a range of media, styles, and themes\n\n * \n\n Supporting coursework, sketchbook development, and critical reflection\n\n * \n\n Inspiring pupils to build confidence in their creative abilities\n\n * \n\n Contributing to department displays, competitions, and school-wide arts initiatives\n\nIdeal Candidate Profile:\n\n * \n\n A creative and committed Art ECT with QTS (or working toward it)\n\n * \n\n Strong subject knowledge across multiple artistic techniques and forms\n\n * \n\n Enthusiastic about fostering artistic confidence and expression in students\n\n * \n\n Able to work as part of a team in a collaborative, inclusive department\n\nThis role offers an exciting pathway for a new Art teacher to flourish in a school where creativity is championed