Teacher of Art & Design

Teacher of Art Required for Secondary School in Bradford

Are you an experienced Art teacher with QTS who is seeking a full-time role from November 2026? This exciting opportunity at a thriving secondary school in Bradford could be just right for you!

About the role

We are working with a secondary school in Bradford to recruit an experienced Teacher of Art to cover a long-term staff absence. This is a full-time, ongoing position starting in November 2026, with no fixed end date currently specified.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching Art across Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), delivering engaging lessons that inspire creativity, develop practical skills, and support pupils in achieving their full potential.

The school is committed to providing a high standard of education, with high expectations for teaching, learning, and pupil progress. The ideal candidate will be confident in managing a diverse classroom, maintaining positive behaviour, and creating an inclusive learning environment where all pupils feel encouraged to express themselves and develop their artistic abilities.

About you

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a specialism in Art and Design
• Proven experience teaching Art across KS3 and KS4 in a secondary school setting
• Strong subject knowledge across a range of artistic techniques, media, and creative processes
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities
• A proven track record of promoting positive pupil progress and high standards of achievement
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to establish clear expectations for behaviour
• The ability to inspire creativity, encourage independent thinking, and develop pupils’ confidence in their artistic skills
• Strong assessment skills, including providing constructive feedback to help pupils improve their work
• A flexible, proactive, and resilient approach, with the ability to adapt quickly to a new school environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues
• A genuine passion for Art education and a desire to make a positive difference to pupils’ learning and development

About us

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply

You can apply for this role below or get in touch with us directly to find out more. All applicants must hold the appropriate qualifications, and all teachers require a formally recognised teaching qualification.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role.

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