Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire Salary: MPS/UPS (£31,650 – £49,084 per year) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Start Date: September 2025 Are you a dedicated and innovative Art Teacher looking to foster creativity in a well-supported and vibrant learning environment? A thriving and inclusive secondary school in Bicester is recruiting a full-time Art Teacher to join their Creative Arts team. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead imaginative projects and help young people express themselves through visual art. The Role You will teach Art across KS3 and KS4 and contribute to a rich extra-curricular programme. The department is well equipped with digital media tools, studio spaces, and a darkroom, supporting both traditional and contemporary practices. Key responsibilities will include: * Delivering engaging and challenging Art lessons * Supporting students through the GCSE Art and Design coursework * Encouraging personal expression, creativity, and critique * Organising exhibitions, competitions, and gallery visits Who We’re Looking For * QTS and a degree in Fine Art, Illustration, or a related discipline * Experience teaching drawing, painting, and mixed media * Enthusiasm for developing students’ visual literacy and skills * Team player with a commitment to creative education Why Join Our School in Bicester? * Supportive leadership and a strong creative arts culture * High-quality studio spaces and visual resources * Opportunities to collaborate across the arts and humanities * Respectful students with a passion for creativity Staff Benefits Include: * Generous CPD budget for the arts * Dedicated studio and preparation time * Staff wellbeing programmes and counselling access * Cycle to work scheme and free parking