Supply Secondary Art Teacher | April 2026 Start Location: Bridgwater Contract: Full-Time Supply (Monday-Friday) Hours: 8:15am - 3:15pm Salary: £140.25 - £232.20 per day (Dependant on Experience) Are you a creative and enthusiastic Art Teacher with QTS looking for flexible and rewarding opportunities in the Bridgwater area? We are currently seeking dedicated Supply Art Teachers to work across a variety of local secondary schools, delivering inspiring lessons and supporting students in KS3 and KS4. Whilst we are primarily recruiting for an Art specialist, we also welcome applications from teachers of other subject areas. This role is ideal for teachers seeking a better work-life balance, Early Career Teachers eager to experience different school environments, or experienced educators searching for short-term, long-term, or ongoing supply placements. Many of our supply roles often lead to extended cover or even permanent opportunities for the right candidates. Schools across Bridgwater are known for their supportive leadership teams, well-structured behaviour policies, and friendly departments-allowing you to focus on delivering engaging and creative Art lessons that encourage students to explore different techniques and develop their artistic skills. About the Role As a Supply Art Teacher, you will deliver pre-planned lessons, maintain a purposeful and positive learning environment, and ensure students remain engaged throughout the lesson. Depending on your experience, you may teach across a range of Art disciplines, including drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and digital art. You may also be asked to support general classroom cover where required. Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging and well-structured Art lessons using pre-prepared materials * Foster a positive and creative classroom atmosphere * Support students with both practical projects and theory-based tasks * Encourage imagination, independence, and confidence in artistic expression * Follow all safeguarding, behaviour, and school policies * Build strong, professional relationships with staff and students * Adapt confidently to different school routines, Art rooms, and department expectations What We're Looking For Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential * Strong classroom presence with excellent communication skills * Ability to motivate learners and manage behaviour effectively * Creative, adaptable, and confident in teaching a variety of Art skills and techniques * Professional, reliable, and committed to safeguarding * Suitable for both experienced teachers and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy Free Safeguarding training Refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals) Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk) Important Information: All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay. Equal Opportunities - Monarch Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children daily, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check. This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.