An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and committed Art Teacher to join a prestigious and high-achieving mixed secondary school in York. This is a full-time permanent position starting January 2026 ideal for a teacher passionate about creativity and visual arts education.
The Role
As an Art Teacher you will:
Teach engaging and challenging lessons across KS3KS5 enabling students to achieve their full creative potential
Contribute to the continued success of a well-resourced and highly regarded Art department
Support students in developing a genuine passion for Art including participation in exhibitions and enrichment activities
Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain the schools excellent standards of teaching learning and behaviour
About the School
This Outstanding secondary school is consistently ranked among the top schools in the region with a strong reputation for both academic and creative excellence. Recent outcomes include:
Strong GCSE and A-Level results across creative subjects
High progression rates into further education and creative pathways
The school offers:
Purpose-built Art studios and excellent specialist resources
A culture of high aspiration creativity and exemplary behaviour
Outstanding pastoral support and student wellbeing provision
Extensive professional development opportunities for staff
Candidate Requirements
We are looking for a teacher who is:
A qualified Art Teacher with QTS (PGCE or equivalent)
A confident and inspiring classroom practitioner
Able to engage and motivate students of all abilities
Enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life of the school
Legally able to work in the UK
Salary
Paid to scale on MPS / UPS commensurate with experience
Application
If you are a passionate Art Teacher seeking a rewarding role in a top-performing school please submit your updated CV at your earliest convenience.
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