Art & Design Teacher

Description

Smile Education are currently recruiting a passionate and creative Art & Design Teacher to work within a secondary school in Oldham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified teacher to join a supportive department and help students develop their creativity, confidence, and technical skills.

The role would suit an experienced teacher or an ECT, and offers the chance to work in a well‑structured school environment that values creativity, professionalism, and high‑quality teaching.

Role Overview

As an Art & Design Teacher, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring lessons across KS3 and KS4, with the opportunity to support students through GCSE coursework and portfolio development where required.

This role is ideal for someone who can bring enthusiasm, creativity, and strong classroom practice, while working collaboratively within a committed Art department.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver engaging Art & Design lessons across KS3 and KS4

Support students with coursework, portfolio development, and exam preparation

Promote creativity, experimentation, and confidence in students’ artistic ability

Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of pupils of varying ability

Maintain a positive, focused, and inclusive classroom environment

Assess, monitor, and report on student progress where appropriate

Work closely with colleagues to ensure continuity of learning

Uphold professional standards, safeguarding expectations, and school ethos

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential

Have experience teaching Art & Design within a secondary school setting

Be confident supporting GCSE Art coursework and controlled assessments

Demonstrate strong classroom presence and behaviour management

Be adaptable, proactive, and well organised

Have a genuine passion for art, creativity, and student development

Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)ECTs are encouraged to apply.

Pay & Benefits

£150–£225 per day, dependent on experience and pay scale

Long‑term, stable placement

Full‑time role with potential to extend

Dedicated support from experienced education consultants

Ongoing guidance throughout the placement

Safeguarding & Compliance

Smile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to complete full compliance checks, including:

Enhanced DBS

Barred List and Prohibited List checks

Right‑to‑work verification

Qualification and reference checksAll staff are expected to share this commitment and uphold the highest professional standards.

Apply Now

If you are a creative and committed Art & Design Teacher looking for a long‑term role within a secondary school in Oldham, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with Smile Education. xjnqpsq

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications

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