Job description
Art Teacher
Prospero Teaching are currently recruiting a passionate and creative Art Teacher for a welcoming Middle School based in the Ferndown area of Dorset.
Our client is a friendly and inclusive school, committed to inspiring creativity and fostering a love of learning through engaging, hands-on lessons. They are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Art Teacher to join them from September 2025 on a part-time basis (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday) for a 1-year contract.
The successful candidate will deliver engaging Art lessons to KS2 and KS3 pupils, encouraging self-expression, developing technical skills, and inspiring confidence in every learner.
We are looking for a teacher who can bring fresh ideas to the curriculum, create a stimulating classroom environment, and adapt lessons to meet the needs of all students.
Vacancy Details:
1. Location: Ferndown, Dorset
2. Position: Art Teacher Middle School
3. Contract: 1-year fixed term
4. Hours: Part-time (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
5. Start Date: September 2025
6. Pay Rate: From £ per day
Experience, Training and Qualifications:
7. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent and experience teaching Art
8. A genuine passion for inspiring creativity in young people
9. Experience delivering Art to KS2 and/or KS3 pupils
10. Ability to plan and deliver engaging, practical lessons that develop skills and confidence
11. Strong classroom management skills with a positive, inclusive approach
12. Willingness to contribute to wider school activities and the creative life of the school
About You:
13. You are creative, adaptable, and enthusiastic about teaching Art
14. Able to encourage and support students of all abilities
15. Hold high expectations for both learning and behaviour
16. Confident in using a range of teaching methods to engage learners
17. Collaborative and able to work well with colleagues to enrich the curriculum
To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must:
18. Hold Right to Work in the UK
19. Hold an enhanced child-barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
20. Provide two professional references