Job description

Job Title: Art Teacher
Location: Newham
Salary: £38,766 - £60,092 per annum (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Are you a creative and passionate Art Teacher ready to inspire the next generation of artists?

An ambitious and inclusive school in Newham is seeking a talented and dedicated Art Teacher to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your artistic skills and teaching experience into a supportive and vibrant school environment where creativity is truly valued.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and deliver engaging art lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, with potential for KS5.
  • Inspire creativity, confidence, and independent thinking through a dynamic and inclusive curriculum.
  • Monitor, assess, and report on student progress, adapting teaching to meet individual needs.
  • Contribute to departmental development and enrichment activities such as exhibitions or clubs.
  • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages exploration and expression.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to support cross-curricular links and school-wide initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
  • Degree in Art or a related subject.
  • Experience teaching Art in a secondary school setting.
  • Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
  • Ability to engage, challenge, and inspire a diverse student body.
  • Have an up-to-date CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).

GSL Education Offers:

  • Supportive leadership and collaborative art department.
  • Access to excellent art facilities and teaching resources.
  • Continuous professional development opportunities.

If you are ready to support children in reaching their full potential and are passionate about inclusive education, apply today to become a valued Art Teacher in Newham.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.


As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for theArt Teacher role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. A consultant will be in touch to discuss your application.