Art Teacher

Art Teacher

Monarch Education is currently recruiting for a creative and passionate Art Teacher to join a high-achieving secondary school located near Stroud, South Gloucestershire. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant and forward-thinking educational setting, with the role expected to run for three terms, and potential for extension.

• Start Date: 05/01/2026
• Contract Type: Full-time, temporary (three terms)
• Salary: MPS/UPS - dependent on experience

About the School

This large, well-regarded academy is known for its academic excellence, strong pastoral support, and commitment to student development. The school has received a positive Ofsted rating and boasts fantastic facilities, including modern art studios and dedicated creative spaces.

Staff benefit from a collaborative and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on professional development and innovation. The school places a high value on creative expression, visual literacy, and preparing students for further education and careers in the arts and design industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and inclusive Art lessons across Key Stages
• Plan and implement a broad and balanced curriculum that fosters creativity and technical skill
• Teach a variety of artistic disciplines, including:
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Sculpture and 3D Design
  • Printmaking
  • Photography and Digital Media
  • Art History and Critical Studies
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback
• Contribute to the development of a dynamic and ambitious Art department
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment

Ideal Candidate

• Holds QTS or an equivalent UK teaching qualification
• Strong subject knowledge in Art and Design
• Confident in delivering a range of artistic techniques and media
• Passionate about inspiring students and nurturing their creative potential
• Skilled at engaging learners of all abilities
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing

Why Work with Monarch Education?

Monarch Education is a trusted recruitment partner in the education sector. We offer:

• Access to a wide range of teaching opportunities
• Dedicated support from experienced consultants
• Competitive pay rates
• Opportunities for professional development

Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access too:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Affinity Academy - continuous learning and development!
• A Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to 200
• Exclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts
• Competitive daily rates

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch url removed

Monarch Education are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcomes applications regardless of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief pregnancy and maternity or disability as well as adhering to strict Safeguarding procedures.

Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.

This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.