Art Teacher

Art Teacher
Location: Kensington and Chelsea
Start Date: April 2025
Salary: MPS/UPS (Depending on Experience)
Contract Type: Full-time

Are you a passionate Art Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to inspire creativity in young minds?

GSL Education are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Art Teacher to join a dynamic SEMH secondary school in Kensington and Chelsea. This full-time role involves teaching Art to students in Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering their creativity and helping them express themselves through artistic exploration.

About the School:

The client school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a focus on holistic development, the school offers a tailored curriculum designed to inspire confidence, build resilience, and equip students with the skills they need for their future. The team at the school is committed to empowering students to achieve academic success while also supporting their personal growth and well-being.

About the Role:

As an Art Teacher, you will play a vital role in engaging students through creative expression. Your teaching will encourage students to explore their artistic talents, develop new skills, and gain confidence in their abilities. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students with SEMH needs, helping them to achieve their academic and creative potential in a supportive environment.

As an Art Teacher, your responsibilities will be:

• Deliver engaging and inspiring Art lessons to students in Key Stages 3 and 4, tailored to their individual needs.
• Design a curriculum that combines artistic theory with practical exploration.
• Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment that supports creative expression.
• Adapt teaching methods to accommodate the specific needs of SEMH students, ensuring every learner feels valued and supported.
• Support students in building confidence, resilience, and transferable skills through Art.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback to encourage growth.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement individual learning plans and strategies.
• Inspire a love for Art and creativity among students while helping them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Art Teacher Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• A degree in Art, Fine Arts, or a related subject.
• Proven experience teaching Art at KS3 and KS4 in secondary schools.
• Previous experience working with SEMH students or in a similar environment is essential.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to engage and inspire students with diverse needs.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the well-being of all students.

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 and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to connecting talented educators and support staff with schools across Kensington and Chelsea.

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.