About the role
Graphics Teacher – Newcastle Secondary School – KS3 & KS4
Graphics Teacher | Long-Term / Supply | Competitive Daily Rates (PAYE)
Are you a Graphics Teacher looking for your next role in a supportive secondary school in the North East?
Vision for Education is recruiting a creative and enthusiastic Graphics Teacher to work in a well-regarded secondary school. This role is ideal for someone passionate about developing students’ design, visual communication, and practical graphic skills within a structured and inspiring environment.
This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become full-time, offering stability and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the classroom.
The Role
As a Graphics Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping students develop design skills, understanding of visual communication, and practical graphics techniques using both traditional and digital media.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Teaching Graphics across KS3 and KS4
2. Delivering lessons in design, visual communication, CAD, and digital graphics
3. Supporting students with project work, coursework, and exam preparation
4. Planning differentiated lessons to meet a range of abilities
5. Encouraging creativity, innovation, and critical thinking
6. Monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback
7. Working collaboratively within the Design & Technology / Art department
The School
This secondary school provides a supportive and inclusive environment, with a strong focus on practical and creative learning. Staff benefit from clear behaviour systems, professional support, and a collaborative culture.
The school provides:
8. A structured Graphics curriculum across KS3 and KS4
9. Well-equipped design and graphics facilities, including digital software and hardware
10. Supportive senior leadership and clear expectations
11. A collaborative Design & Technology / Art department
12. Strong pastoral care and safeguarding systems
13. Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Requirements
To be considered for this Graphics Teacher role, you will need:
14. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
15. Experience teaching Graphics at KS3 and/or KS4
16. Strong subject knowledge in graphic design, visual communication, and digital tools
17. Confident classroom and practical lesson management skills
18. A passion for creative education and student engagement
19. Eligibility to work in the UK
20. A valid DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply
This role is suitable for experienced teachers, ECTs, or DT / Art specialists with a graphics background.
What Vision for Education Offers
21. Competitive daily pay rates, paid weekly via PAYE
22. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
23. Pension contributions
24. Ongoing CPD and professional development
25. Dedicated secondary consultant support
26. Social and networking events
About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency, working with secondary schools across the UK to place high-quality teaching staff.
We are part of The Edwin Group, recognised as a Top 10 UK Employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, reflecting our commitment to staff wellbeing and development.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.