Art Teacher | Newham | September 2026
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Are you an Art Teacher looking to join a modern, design-led secondary school in Newham with a growing reputation for creative and academic excellence? This permanent role from September 2026 offers the opportunity to teach KS3KS5 Art in a school where the curriculum is closely aligned with architecture, design and digital creativity. Suitable for both experienced teachers and ambitious ECTs.
This school is part of a high-performing trust and has rapidly established strong progress across KS4, with a Progress 8 score above +0.4 and improving attainment across creative subjects. Uptake in GCSE Art is significantly above national averages, with a high proportion of students continuing into A-Level pathways. Student work is regularly showcased through internal exhibitions and external partnerships, reflecting a curriculum that emphasises both technical precision and conceptual thinking.
Art Teacher September 2026 | Newham
Inner London salary £40,317£62,496 (MPS/UPS)
What makes this role distinctive:
Purpose-built studios with specialist equipment for fine art and digital design
Curriculum links to architecture, urban design and creative industries
Regular student exhibitions and project-based learning opportunities
Collaboration with external creative partners and visiting practitioners
Strong uptake at GCSE and A-Level with clear progression routes
In this role, you will:
Teach Art across KS3KS5, including fine art and mixed media
Deliver a curriculum that balances technical skill and creative exploration
Support students in developing high-quality portfolios for examination
Contribute to exhibitions, enrichment and cross-curricular projects
The school offers:
Structured ECT programme with subject-specific mentoring and reduced timetable
Weekly CPD focused on curriculum delivery and creative pedagogy
Centralised behaviour systems supporting purposeful learning
Opportunities for progression within a growing and ambitious school
The successful candidate will:
Hold UK QTS and an Art or related degree
Demonstrate strong subject knowledge across creative disciplines
Be suitable for experienced teachers or ambitious ECTs
Show commitment to high standards and student outcomes
If you are an Art Teacher seeking a permanent role in Newham from September 2026, this is an excellent opportunity to join a school with a distinctive creative focus and strong academic direction.
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