Art Teacher – Independent School – Essex

The Head of this highly regarded independent school in Essex is seeking to appoint an outstanding Art Teacher to join a creative ambitious and well-resourced Art department from January. Art is a valued and visible subject within the school playing a key role in developing students creativity confidence and critical thinking alongside strong academic achievement.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an Art Teacher who wants the time space and professional trust to teach creatively and with depth. Small class sizes motivated pupils and excellent facilities allow teachers to design ambitious projects that encourage experimentation originality and technical excellence.

You will teach Art across KS3 and KS4 with opportunities to contribute to GCSE Art and wider enrichment programmes. The department encourages a broad exploration of media including drawing painting sculpture mixed media and digital processes. Teachers are supported to shape the curriculum creatively while maintaining high expectations for presentation process and outcomes.

What the school is looking for:

Essex
January Start
Art Teacher ECT or Experienced
Art across KS3 and KS4
A highly creative and skilled Art practitioner
Strong subject knowledge across traditional and contemporary media
A passion for nurturing creativity and artistic confidence
The ability to design ambitious well-structured projects
A commitment to high artistic and academic standards
A reflective professional and collaborative approach
Excellent organisation and communication skills

The successful Art Teacher will bring energy originality and professionalism to the department contributing positively to exhibitions enrichment activities and the wider cultural life of the school.

School Information

This is an 1118 co-educational independent school in Essex known for its strong academic reputation excellent pastoral care and commitment to creative subjects. The school offers small class sizes modern specialist facilities and a professional collegiate working environment where staff are genuinely valued.

Company Information

Wayman Education is a specialist education recruitment agency working with independent maintained and international schools across the UK.

Experience and Qualifications

Degree in Art Fine Art or a related subject
QTS or equivalent teaching qualification

Salary

The salary for this Art Teacher position will be competitive and aligned with the independent sector pay scale.

Application

To be considered for this Art Teacher position please submit your application as soon as possible.