Position: Art Teacher
Location: Northampton
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Art Teaching Role in an Outstanding Secondary School

An outstanding secondary school in Northampton is seeking to appoint an Art Teacher to join its Creative Arts department from September. This is a full-time role within a high-performing and supportive school that values creativity, self-expression, and high-quality teaching.

Art is a highly regarded subject within the school, with students encouraged to develop confidence, creativity, and technical skill through a broad and engaging curriculum.

About the Role

You will teach Art across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering inspiring lessons that develop students’ artistic skills, creativity, and visual communication.

Students will explore a range of disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, mixed media, digital art, and art history while developing their own creative identity and portfolio work.

You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Art examinations, supporting them in developing strong practical, analytical, and evaluative skills.

You will contribute to enrichment opportunities including exhibitions, competitions, and wider creative projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Art across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based Art lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Art examinations

• Assess student work and provide clear, constructive feedback

• Support exhibitions, displays, and creative enrichment activities

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Maintain a stimulating and safe classroom environment

• Promote creativity, confidence, and independent learning

The School Environment

This outstanding secondary school in Northampton provides a structured and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve excellent outcomes while developing creativity and confidence.

The Creative Arts department benefits from excellent facilities, collaborative planning, and a culture focused on artistic development, innovation, and student success.

Leadership supports professional development and values teamwork, subject expertise, and high-quality teaching.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Art at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge across a range of artistic disciplines

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Art

• Experience preparing students for GCSE and A-Level examinations

• Ability to contribute to exhibitions or enrichment programmes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Art Teacher role in Northampton starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.