Job Description
Teacher of Art & Design
Northampton | September Start £32,000 – £51,000 (MPS/UPS, experience dependent) High-performing Secondary School
Are you an Art & Design teacher who believes creativity deserves real space to thrive?
Reed Education is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a high-performing secondary school in Northampton that places creativity, imagination, and design thinking firmly at the centre of student development. This is an opportunity to join a school where Art & Design is respected, resourced, and actively championed.
The successful candidate will be joining a department that values experimentation, student voice, and high-quality outcomes — supported by leadership that trusts teachers to do what they do best.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Teaching Art & Design across KS3 and KS4
* Inspiring students to explore ideas, techniques, and personal expression
* Working across a range of media in well-equipped specialist spaces
* Contributing to a creative culture that extends beyond the classroom
Who This Role Is Perfect For
A creative and reflective Art & Design Teacher ECTs looking for a supportive and well-structured first role Experienced teachers seeking a school that values autonomy Teachers with or without QTS (desirable, not essential) Practitioners who enjoy sharing ideas and shaping curriculum direction
Why This School?
* A strong academic reputation with a stable leadership team
* Calm classrooms and students who engage positively with creative subjects
* A genuine focus on staff wellbeing and sustainable workloads
* High-quality CPD and clear progression opportunities
* Competitive pay of £32k–£51k, dependent on experience
Applying Through Reed Education
Reed Education offers honest insight, open communication, and tailored support throughout the recruitment process — ensuring a positive, transparent experience from start to finish.
If this Art & Design teaching role in Northampton feels like the right fit, please apply directly through this advert to be considered.Early applications are encouraged.