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Tradewind are recruiting! Are you looking for you next role teaching DRAMA in a great school located in Southwark?

Tradewind Recruitment is currently working with this Client, a vibrant and inclusive secondary school in the borough of Southwark, to appoint a passionate and creative Drama Teacher to join their team on a full-time basis from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Drama specialist to inspire confidence, creativity, and performance skills across Key Stages 3 and 4 within a supportive and ambitious school environment.

This Client is a well-regarded secondary school that has been recognised in its most recent Ofsted inspection for its strong leadership, inclusive ethos, and commitment to student achievement. Inspectors praised the school's positive learning culture, effective teaching, and the high levels of engagement from students. The report also highlighted the school's commitment to the arts, including Drama and Performing Arts, as a key strength in developing student confidence and creativity.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and imaginative Drama lessons, developing students' performance, communication, and collaboration skills. You will be expected to plan and deliver high-quality lessons, assess student progress, contribute to curriculum development, and support school productions, performances, and extracurricular Drama clubs.

Job role requirements include teaching Drama across KS3 and KS4, strong subject knowledge in Drama and Performing Arts, the ability to deliver creative and engaging lessons, effective classroom and behaviour management, and a commitment to encouraging student participation and confidence in performance. You should also be willing to contribute to whole-school productions and enrichment opportunities.

The ideal candidate will hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, a degree in Drama, Theatre Studies, or a related subject, and experience teaching Drama in a secondary school setting. A strong understanding of the KS3 and KS4 Drama curriculum is essential. The successful teacher will be energetic, imaginative, and passionate about the performing arts, with the ability to inspire students of all abilities. ECTs with strong Drama training and placement experience are encouraged to apply.

This Client offers a supportive and creative Arts department, access to performance spaces, and a strong commitment to staff development and wellbeing. The school fosters a collaborative environment where creativity is encouraged and celebrated. The school is based in Southwark and benefits from excellent transport links, including nearby Underground and Overground stations, as well as extensive bus routes across South London and Central London.

Working with Tradewind Recruitment also provides access to a range of benefits including competitive pay in line with London MPS/UPS, ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, and unlimited access to National College free CPD courses to support your professional growth and career development.

Interviews are to be arranged immediately, and the school will conduct interviews once CVs have been shortlisted, so do not delay in applying for this role.

To find out about other similar teaching opportunities, please contact (url removed), Business Manager, directly for further information.

Paint Your Next Masterpiece with Tradewind Recruitment - Art Supply Teachers Wanted Across Manchester!

Are you a qualified Art teacher with a palette full of passion, a brushstroke of brilliance, and a talent for turning blank canvases into creative masterpieces? Tradewind Recruitment Manchester is looking for artistic visionaries, design dynamos and crafty creators to take on flexible Art supply teaching roles across Greater Manchester this term and beyond.

Whether you're sketching out a new career direction, adding a splash of colour to your week, or simply looking for work that fits around your lifestyle, we've got the perfect canvas waiting for you.

Why Supply Teaching with Tradewind is a Real Work of Art

• A Picture-Perfect Work-Life Balance - For daily supply , there's no planning and no marking . Simply deliver the lesson, inspire your students, leave the classroom tidy, and head home when the bell rings.
• Long-Term Opportunities Too - Looking for something more permanent? Our long-term placements offer consistency and the opportunity to become part of a school community. As with any long-term teaching role, you'll be expected to plan, prepare and mark work.
• Competitive Pay - We know great teachers are priceless, but we'll still make sure you're paid competitively for every day you work.
• Flexible Working - Whether you want a full timetable or just a few days each week, we'll help you colour your diary your way.
• Keep It Local - Find your next masterpiece close to home with schools across Greater Manchester. Get arty in Altrincham, be creative in Crumpsall, do some painting in Pendleton, try your hand at sculpting in Stockport, or let us help you draw up your perfect local timetable.
• An Inhouse Payroll Team You Can Trust - No umbrella companies. No offshore funny business. Just a legal, efficient payroll service managed by our own inhouse payroll team, ensuring you're paid accurately and on time.
• Free Professional Development - Access thousands of CPD courses through The National College covering behaviour management, SEND, subject curriculum development, teaching and learning from EYFS through to A Level, and much more.
• Easy Online Timesheets - Our online timesheet system is smoother than a freshly primed canvas - quick, simple and hassle-free.

We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS), ideally specialising in Art & Design.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Overseas Police Checks (where applicable) and professional references.
• A full CV with a complete employment history - every masterpiece has its story!
• The legal right to work in the UK.

Whether your talents lie in sketching, painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, sculpture or textiles, we'll help you draw out your potential and frame your next teaching opportunity.

So if you're ready to brush up your career, add another stroke to your professional portfolio, and create your next masterpiece, we'd love to hear from you.

Call Tradewind Recruitment Manchester today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) .

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Job Title:  Art Teacher/ Instructor
Location:  Norton College, Worcester, WR5 2BA
Salary:      Up to £39,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4.00pm
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        September 2026
UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

About the Role

We are seeking a creative, dedicated, and passionate Art Teacher / Art Instructor to join our growing team and play a key role in inspiring pupils through artistic expression and creativity. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the next chapter of our school's journey by delivering engaging, personalised art lessons that encourage imagination, confidence, and self-expression.

Working with pupils with Special Educational Needs, you will create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every learner can explore their creativity, develop practical artistic skills, and celebrate their individual achievements. You will work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to ensure that pupils' learning, wellbeing, and personal development remain at the heart of everything we do.

What you will be doing

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and personalised art lessons that meet the individual needs of pupils with SEN, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment that encourages creativity, confidence, independence, and self-expression.
• Adapt teaching strategies and artistic activities to support pupils' academic, social, emotional, and creative development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, therapists, and families to ensure positive outcomes for every learner.
• Celebrate pupils' achievements through the display of artwork, creative projects, exhibitions, and enrichment activities that promote pride and confidence.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, behaviour management, pastoral care, and wellbeing while contributing positively to the school's creative and inclusive ethos.

What you will bring

• QTS required for Teaching position. 
• A recognised qualification required for instructor position.
• Art, Fine Art, Art & Design, Creative Arts, or a related subject experience desired.
• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• A creative, enthusiastic, and passionate approach to art education with the ability to inspire learners of varying abilities.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and supporting every pupil to achieve their full creative and personal potential.

About us

Norton College is a specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury.

Norton College is a specialist independent provider that aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales .

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Qualified Art Teacher Wanted

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and qualified Art Teacher to join our dedicated team.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification and relevant art qualifications.
• Have experience teaching Art across the relevant age range.
• Inspire students through engaging and imaginative lessons.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• Be committed to helping every student develop their artistic skills and creativity.

We offer:

• A supportive and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Well-equipped art facilities and resources.
• A competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications.

If you are an enthusiastic educator with a passion for art and a commitment to student success, we would love to hear from you.

To apply: Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and relevant background checks.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

Art Teacher (SEMH School) - Maternity Cover

Academics are recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEMH school in Canterbury for an enthusiastic Art Teacher to join their team on a maternity cover contract for Terms 1 and 2. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire and engage students who thrive with a nurturing, relationship-focused approach to learning.

The successful candidate will take on full classroom responsibilities, including planning, preparing and delivering engaging Art lessons, assessing pupil progress, managing behaviour positively, attending meetings and completing all associated marking and administration.

This Art Teacher role is 4 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday), with Thursdays off, teaching mainly KS3 & KS4 students.

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Have experience teaching Art.
• Be confident managing a classroom and delivering engaging, differentiated lessons.
• Have excellent behaviour management skills and a calm, resilient approach.
• Ideally have experience working with students with SEMH needs or other additional needs, although this is not essential.
• Be passionate about helping young people build confidence, creativity and self-expression.

• An opporunity to work within a welcoming and supportive staff team.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.
• A well-resourced Art department.
• Competitive daily pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant throughout your placement.

If you're an enthusiastic Art Teacher looking for a rewarding role where your creativity can positively influence the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Art Teacher - Apply today to find out more or contact:

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Location: Mansfield
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: 160.00 to 240.00, depending on experience

Empowering Learning is delighted to partner with a supportive school in Mansfield, to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Art Teacher for a full-time role, starting in September 2026.

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate individual to inspire students in Art and Design across KS3, KS4, and potentially KS5. As part of the teaching team, you will:

• Deliver high-quality lessons that engage and challenge learners.
• Support students to achieve their full potential in the arts.
• Contribute to the department's development by bringing innovative teaching strategies.
• Participate in the wider school community and support extracurricular activities.

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Have experience teaching Art in a secondary school setting.
• Demonstrate a strong subject knowledge and a commitment to student success.
• Be adaptable, proactive, and ready to contribute to a thriving department.
• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills.

• A supportive school environment with a commitment to professional development.
• Access to resources and training through Empowering Learning.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students education and future careers.

If you're ready to inspire the next generation of Art learners, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed), please quote INDELNOT when you apply.

Empowering Learning is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

Join us in shaping the future, one student at a time.

Are you an experienced Art Teacher looking for work in Birmingham?

Winner Education are seeking a qualified Art teacher for a Special Needs school in the South Birmingham area. This role is part time (3 days per week), you must also have a QTS with previous SEN experience, in particular Autism. This is to start in September on a long term basis.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the Curriculum Lead in tailoring lesson plans based on learner requirements
• Adapt lessons to suit the needs of children
• Create a stimulating learning environment
• Support KS3 and KS4 pupils
• Conduct informal assessments and progress reports for individual pupils
• Work in partnership with Curriculum Lead and Pastoral team to ensure each pupil is meeting their targets and potential
• Provided excellent communication with parents when required

The successful Art Teacher must:

• Be a deeply caring and passionate person
• Support students with the transition of the next stage of their education or training
• Have previous experience working in a SEN school
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge and understanding of children with behavioural challenges and SEMH
• Have previous experience working with secondary age children but primary academic level
• Have strong resilience and patience
• Be a great team-player and form good relationships within the school environment
• Good classroom and behaviour management

Why supply with Winner Education?

• PAYE payroll as standard!
• Competitive rates of pay!
• Local work!
• £100 joining bonus when you have worked for 10 days through Winner Education!
• £200 referral fee if you refer a teacher or TA for Winner Education!
• FREE CPD training courses!
• No obligation – say yes to the work you want!

When you register with Winner, you will be assigned a specialist consultant who has been working with schools for 12 years and will be able to guide and support you through your assignments.

If you are interested in our Art Teacher role in South Birmingham or would like more information on how Winner Education can support your supply teaching journey, please contact Dan on (phone number removed).

Winner Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references, including one from their most recent employer. 

Job Title: Art Teacher
Location: Hertfordshire
Job Type: Full-Time (5 days a week), Long Term

About Us:
Supply Staff connects passionate educators with schools across London. We are seeking a qualified Art Teacher for a full-time, long-term position at a secondary school in Hertfordshire.

Job Overview:
As an Art Teacher, you'll inspire students to express their creativity through various mediums. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with colleagues. The ideal Art Teacher will hold a PGCE and QTS or QTLS. NQTs and those with equivalent qualifications are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging Art Teacher lessons.
• Encourage artistic skills and creativity.
• Assess and monitor student progress in art.
• Collaborate with other Art Teachers and staff.
• Participate in extracurricular activities related to art.

Requirements:

• QTS or QTLS certification.
• PGCE or equivalent qualification.
• Passion for teaching art.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• NQTs are welcome to apply.

If you're a qualified Art Teacher looking for a long-term role, apply today and someone will be in contact!

Job Title: Art Teacher
Location: North London
Job Type: Full-Time (5 days a week), Long Term

About Us:
Remedy is a specialist recruitment agency connecting talented educators with schools across London. We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative Art Teacher for a full-time, long-term position at a secondary school in East London.

Job Overview:
As an Art Teacher , you will inspire students to explore their creativity and artistic potential. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, fostering students' artistic skills and self-expression. The successful Art Teacher should hold a PGCE and have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS). We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) and those with equivalent qualifications, such as DTLLS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver creative Art Teacher lessons.

• Inspire students to develop their artistic abilities.

• Assess and monitor student progress.

• Collaborate with school staff and other Art Teachers .

• Participate in school events and activities related to art.

Requirements:

• QTS or QTLS certification.

• PGCE or equivalent qualification (DTLLS or similar).

• Passion for teaching art and inspiring creativity in students.

• Strong communication and classroom management skills.

• NQTs are encouraged to apply.

If you're a qualified Art Teacher ready for a full-time, long-term role in East London, apply today!