Art Teacher Location: Richmond Salary: M1-M6 (Main Pay Scale) Contract: Permanent ECTs Welcome to Apply We are working with a highly regarded, inclusive secondary school located in the Richmond area, seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Art Teacher to join their creative faculty. This is a well-established, fully inclusive Anglican school that welcomes students from all faiths and backgrounds and has an excellent reputation within the local community. The school is guided by a strong ethos of care, respect, and high expectations, which underpins both academic success and outstanding personal development. The Department The Art & Design Technology faculty is a well-resourced and collaborative department, covering Art, Textiles, Graphics, Product Design, Food Preparation and Nutrition, and Design Technology. The department delivers a broad, creative, and practical curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4, with opportunities at A Level depending on experience. The Role The school is seeking a passionate and creative Art Teacher to join their forward-thinking department. This is an excellent opportunity to inspire students and make a real impact on their creative development within a supportive and well-structured environment. Plan and deliver engaging and imaginative Art lessons across KS3 and KS4 (A Level available depending on experience) Develop pupils creativity, technical skills, and confidence across a range of media and processes Encourage experimentation, independent thinking, and high-quality artistic outcomes Use assessment effectively to track progress and provide meaningful feedback Contribute to curriculum development and enrichment opportunities across the faculty Promote positive behaviour, high expectations, and pride in student work Support the wider ethos of inclusion, wellbeing, and academic excellence Person Specification The ideal candidate will: Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and be able to teach Art at secondary level Have strong subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Art and creative education Be confident in classroom management and pupil engagement Demonstrate commitment to inclusive practice and supporting learners of all abilities Be a collaborative team player with a proactive approach to departmental development Be open to professional development and ECT mentoring support where applicable Why Apply? Work in a highly inclusive and supportive secondary school environment Join a creative and well-resourced Art & Design Technology faculty Benefit from excellent CPD and structured ECT mentoring support Be part of a strong staff wellbeing culture with regular social activities Enjoy excellent transport links and free staff parking Teach motivated students within a school that values both creativity and achievement