Art Teacher

Job Title: Art Teacher
Location: Newham
Salary: £185 - £265 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: January 2025
Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time

Are you passionate about inspiring creativity and artistic expression in students?

If so, GSL Education have an exciting opportunity for an Art Teacher to join our dedicated team at a welcoming school in Newham! This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and inclusive educational environment.

About the Role:
As an Art Teacher, you will play a crucial role in nurturing students' artistic talents and helping them develop their creative skills. You will work closely with a team of dedicated professionals to create and implement engaging art lessons tailored to each student’s abilities.

Key Responsibilities of Art Teacher:

• Develop and implement engaging art lessons, assessing each student’s unique needs and abilities, and setting specific learning goals.
• Provide one-on-one and small group instruction tailored to students’ needs, ensuring they receive the attention and support they need to succeed.
• Monitor and assess student progress, adapting teaching strategies as necessary to ensure that each student is progressing towards their goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure a cohesive approach to each student’s education and well-being, sharing insights and strategies to support their development.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported, encouraging positive interactions and a sense of community.
• Use a variety of teaching methods to engage and motivate students, catering to different learning styles and preferences, and making learning enjoyable and effective.
• Keep detailed records of each student’s progress, including assessments, observations, and feedback, and communicate this information to parents, support staff, and other relevant parties to ensure transparency and collaboration.

Requirements of Art Teacher:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Prior experience in teaching art or a related subject is essential.
• Excellent communication skills are crucial for effectively interacting with students, parents, and colleagues, fostering positive relationships.
• Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain strong, supportive relationships with all members of the school community, creating a positive and collaborative environment.
• Show a deep commitment to helping students develop their artistic skills, exhibiting patience and empathy in interactions.
• Relevant qualifications or training in art education (desirable but not essential).
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

By joining our team in Newham, you will have the chance to contribute to an engaging learning environment, helping students overcome challenges and celebrate successes. This is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a difference in every school day.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to training and resources to enhance your skills.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Art Teacher’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Newham!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. 

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Art Teacher’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.