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

Art Teaching Role in an Independent School

An independent school in Cambridgeshire is seeking to appoint a creative and passionate Art Teacher to join its successful Creative Arts department from September. This is a full-time role within a nurturing and academically ambitious school that values creativity, artistic expression, and exceptional teaching.

Art is a highly regarded subject within the school, with students encouraged to develop technical skills, creative confidence, and critical thinking through a broad and engaging curriculum spanning fine art, drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, printmaking, and digital techniques.

About the Role

You will teach Art across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering inspiring and engaging lessons that encourage experimentation, creativity, and independent artistic development.

Students will explore a wide range of artistic styles, techniques, and historical influences while developing observational drawing, critical analysis, and portfolio-building skills.

You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Art examinations, supporting students in producing high-quality coursework and achieving excellent academic outcomes.

You will work collaboratively within a successful Creative Arts department while benefiting from specialist studios, smaller class sizes, excellent resources, and a strong focus on personalised learning.

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

• Support portfolio development and exhibition opportunities

• Assess student work and provide detailed, constructive feedback

• Maintain inspiring and well-organised studio environments

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support extracurricular art clubs, exhibitions, trips, and enrichment activities

The School Environment

This independent school in Cambridgeshire provides a supportive and academically ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The Creative Arts department benefits from specialist facilities, smaller class sizes, collaborative planning, and a culture focused on creativity, innovation, and student success.

Leadership values subject expertise, creativity, and professional development while fostering a collaborative and supportive staff culture.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Art at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge in Fine Art and creative processes

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Art

• Experience working in an independent school setting

• Ability to contribute to exhibitions or enrichment activities

• Strong portfolio and coursework guidance experience

How to Apply

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