Wayman Education is seeking a highly motivated Art ECT Teacher to join an Outstanding Secondary School in Bedford on a full-time basis from immediate start. This is an exceptional opportunity for an Early Career Teacher who is eager to develop professionally within a nurturing and academically ambitious environment. The school is seeking someone who can teach Art to KS3/4 with the option to teach KS5 depending on confidence and experience.
This role is ideal for an enthusiastic reflective Art teacher who values creativity structured learning and meaningful student relationships. The successful candidate will join a thriving Art department with an excellent track record of supporting ECTs through thoughtful mentoring collaborative planning and a well-established induction programme.
This Outstanding School places learning at the centre of every decision they make. Teachers are valued as professionals encouraged to innovate and supported with structured CPD that focuses on growth wellbeing and long-term career development. The Art department benefits from:
Large well-lit studio spaces
Access to specialist equipment including printmaking tools photography equipment and digital editing software
A culture that celebrates exhibitions gallery partnerships and creative student showcases
Weekly departmental collaboration time
KS4 and KS5 students who are dedicated passionate and eager to explore artistic techniques
The schools ethos is built on the belief that students thrive when teachers are supported trusted and encouraged to bring their subject alive through purposeful context-rich teaching.
A relevant Art-related degree (Fine Art Textiles Photography Graphics etc.)
PGCE or QTS in Art & Design
A passion for creative arts education with high expectations for students
Reflective organised and motivated to develop as an ECT
Ability to contribute to wider school culture such as exhibitions and art clubs
The salary for this Art ECT position will be paid to scale MPS/UPS with ECT induction fully supported.
To be considered for this Art ECT Teacher position please submit your application with your CV to Natalie Hunter as soon as possible.
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