Art Teacher – Creative and Supportive School in Hertford

• Art Teacher sought for a full-time teaching role

• Successful secondary school situated in Hertford

• Creative and well-established Art department

• Teaching across KS3 and KS4

• Excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive school

• Experienced teachers and ECTs encouraged to apply

A highly respected secondary school in Hertford is seeking a creative enthusiastic and committed Art Teacher to join its successful department. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious teacher who wants to work in a school where creativity high expectations and student development are valued.

The successful candidate will teach Art across KS3 and KS4 delivering a broad and engaging programme that allows students to explore different media techniques and artistic approaches. You will be expected to encourage students to experiment develop their own ideas and become increasingly independent in their creative work.

The Art department benefits from dedicated specialist spaces and a good range of resources. Students are encouraged to take pride in their work while teachers provide appropriate challenge and guidance to help them develop their skills.

The successful applicant will work alongside a team of experienced and supportive colleagues. Departmental planning and collaboration are an important part of the schools approach and new members of staff will be welcomed into a team that is keen to share ideas and resources.

The school is happy to consider applications from experienced Art Teachers and ECTs. Applications from overseas-qualified teachers with QTS are also welcomed where the applicant has the appropriate right to work in the UK.

• Highly regarded secondary school in Hertford

• Positive and purposeful learning environment

• Strong academic and creative curriculum

• Dedicated Art facilities

• Supportive Head of Department

• Collaborative teaching team

• Good student behaviour

• Strong pastoral provision

• Commitment to teacher development

• Excellent transport links to Hertford and surrounding areas

The school is committed to offering students a broad curriculum that allows them to develop academically while also discovering and developing their individual interests. Art plays an important role in this wider provision with students given opportunities to explore traditional and contemporary approaches to creativity.

The department aims to develop students confidence in drawing painting three-dimensional work mixed media and other creative processes. Students are encouraged to analyse the work of artists and designers and use these influences to inform their own creative practice.

There are opportunities for the successful teacher to become involved in exhibitions enrichment activities and wider creative projects. The school values teachers who are prepared to contribute ideas and take an active interest in the development of their subject.

Staff benefit from a supportive professional environment with senior leaders who understand the importance of staff wellbeing and ongoing development.

• Qualified Art Teacher with QTS

• Ability to teach Art at KS3 and KS4

• Strong practical and theoretical knowledge

• Creative approach to lesson planning

• Ability to support students with a wide range of abilities

• Strong classroom management

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Passion for developing students creativity

• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare

• Right to work in the UK

If you are an Art Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in Hertford please forward your CV for consideration. The school is looking for an enthusiastic teacher who can contribute to the continued development of its creative curriculum and inspire students to engage confidently with Art.