Art Teacher – Outstanding School – Peterborough – January Start

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented and enthusiastic Art Teacher to join an Outstanding-rated secondary school in Peterborough from January. This is a full-time permanent position within a highly successful and well-resourced Art department suitable for both experienced teachers and strong ECTs who are ready to develop their practice in a supportive high-achieving environment.

The Role

You will be responsible for teaching Art and Design across KS3 and KS4 with the opportunity to contribute to KS5 depending on experience. The successful candidate will deliver engaging well-structured lessons that develop students technical ability creative confidence and independent thinking. The department values a broad range of artistic approaches including drawing painting mixed media digital art and experimental techniques.

You will work collaboratively with experienced colleagues to plan schemes of work moderate coursework and support GCSE outcomes. There are also opportunities to contribute to enrichment activities such as exhibitions competitions and extra-curricular art clubs.

School Information

This is a high-performing Outstanding school with an excellent reputation for academic achievement behaviour and staff wellbeing. Students are respectful motivated and take pride in their work. The school places strong emphasis on creativity as part of a balanced curriculum and actively celebrates student achievement through displays showcases and community engagement.

Leadership is visible supportive and committed to professional development. Teachers are trusted as professionals and benefit from clear systems manageable workload expectations and high-quality CPD. The Art department itself is well-equipped with dedicated studio spaces excellent resources and a collaborative team culture.

What the School is Looking For

• A qualified Art Teacher with QTS or PGCE

• Strong subject knowledge and confidence delivering the Art curriculum

• High expectations of student progress and behaviour

• A reflective practitioner who enjoys working as part of a team

• Passion for creativity and visual communication

Salary

Paid on MPS / UPS depending on experience.

Application

Please submit your application with your CV as soon as possible.
Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be held prior to the closing date.