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Art Teacher | Outstanding School in Dagenham

Teacher of Art & Design

Location: Dagenham

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

School Type: Secondary School & Sixth Form (Co-educational)

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ secondary school in Dagenham is seeking a visionary, passionate, and highly creative Teacher of Art & Design to join their dynamic Expressive Arts faculty. This is a premier opportunity for an ambitious educator, whether an experienced teacher looking to work in a high-performing setting or an energetic Early Career Teacher (ECT), to inspire artistic expression, visual literacy, and technical mastery across a talented student body.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Art & Design, you will cultivate students' creative confidence across fine art, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital media. Teaching across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Art & Design), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Fine Art / Photography / Graphic Communication), you will utilize fully equipped art studios, kiln facilities, and digital suites to guide pupils from initial concept development to final exhibition-worthy pieces.

  • Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

  • Environment: A flagship co-educational school recognized for exceptional academic outcomes, strong pastoral care, and a vibrant artistic culture

  • Culture: A collaborative, supportive, and well-resourced workplace backed by dedicated technician support and an encouraging leadership team

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging, skill-focused Art & Design lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 that challenge students to explore diverse mediums and artistic traditions.

  • Prepare pupils thoroughly for national GCSE and A-Level examinations, guiding them through portfolio curation, art history context, and personal project development.

  • Integrate classical techniques alongside modern digital art software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud) into lesson delivery.

  • Assess, track, and evaluate student artistic progress, providing constructive feedback that elevates creative output and analytical critical thinking.

  • Organize and lead departmental enrichment, including annual student art exhibitions, gallery visits, workshop sessions, and local community art projects.

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential.

  • A strong academic background with a degree in Fine Art, Visual Arts, Art Education, or a closely related discipline.

  • Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Art teaching across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (KS5/A-Level portfolio guidance experience is highly desirable).

  • Thorough knowledge of national art curricula and examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel).

  • Excellent classroom management, visual presentation skills, and a passion for fostering a warm, creative studio atmosphere.

Salary & Benefits

  • Pay Scale: Outer London MPS/UPS pay scale (commensurate with experience), with potential TLR opportunities available for key stage coordination or gallery/exhibition leadership.

  • Extensive continuous professional development (CPD), studio space access, and clear pathways for career progression in a top-tier school environment.

How to Apply

If you are an innovative, artistic educator ready to ignite creative potential at an Outstanding school in Dagenham, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.

Location
Dagenham

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Art Teacher | Outstanding School in Dagenham

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