Veritas Education are currently recruiting for a talented and passionate Art Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in the Burnley area on a full-time maternity cover placement starting in November 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Art Teacher who is committed to inspiring creativity, developing practical artistic skills, and engaging students across Key Stages 3 and 4. The successful candidate will join a supportive department and play a key role in delivering high-quality Art lessons throughout the maternity cover period.
The Role
Full-time Art Teacher position (5 days per week)
Maternity cover starting November 2026
Teaching Art across KS3 and KS4
Planning, preparing and delivering engaging lessons
Monitoring student progress and providing constructive feedback
Supporting pupils to achieve their full creative potential
Maintaining high standards of behaviour and classroom management
The Ideal Candidate
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification
Experience teaching Art within a UK secondary school setting
Strong classroom management skills
Passion for Art and creative education
Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
What Veritas Education Offers
Competitive rates of pay
Ongoing support from a dedicated secondary education consultant
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
Access to CPD and professional development opportunities
A straightforward and supportive registration processIf you are an enthusiastic Art Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a supportive secondary school environment, we would love to hear from you.
📧 Apply today with your CV or contact Veritas Education for further information.
Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
Salary description
£174.00 - £270.00 per day