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Art Teacher - Secondary School (Maternity Cover)

Location: Redbridge, East London
Start Date: End of November / December 2026
Contract: Full-time, Maternity Cover
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Are you a creative and enthusiastic Art Teacher looking for an exciting new opportunity in a supportive secondary school?

We are working with a secondary school in Redbridge that is looking for a passionate and dedicated Art Teacher to join their team on a full-time basis to cover a maternity leave, starting towards the end of November or December 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher or an enthusiastic ECT who is passionate about Art and enjoys inspiring young people to develop their creativity, confidence and artistic skills.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and creative Art lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4, encouraging students to explore different artistic techniques and achieve their full potential.

The Role

Teaching Art to students across Key Stages 3 and 4
Planning and delivering creative, engaging and well-structured lessons
Encouraging students to develop their artistic skills, imagination and confidence
Teaching a range of artistic techniques, materials and creative processes
Preparing students for GCSE Art and Design assessments and coursework
Assessing, monitoring and recording student progress
Creating a positive, inclusive and inspiring classroom environment
Managing classroom behaviour effectively and promoting high expectations
Working collaboratively with the Art department and wider teaching team
Contributing to the wider school community and supporting students' creative developmentThe Ideal Candidate

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent recognised teaching qualification
Experience teaching Art at secondary level, particularly KS3 and KS4
A strong understanding of the Art curriculum and GCSE requirements
Creative, enthusiastic and passionate about teaching Art
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
Ability to plan engaging lessons that inspire and motivate students
Confident assessing student progress and providing constructive feedback
A positive, flexible and proactive approach to teaching
Experienced teachers and ECTs are welcome to applyWhy Apply?

Join a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Redbridge
Teach Art across Key Stages 3 and 4
Full-time maternity cover opportunity
Work within a supportive and collaborative teaching environment
Inspire students to develop their creativity and artistic abilities
Gain valuable experience in a well-established secondary school
Competitive rates of pay, depending on experienceIf you are a creative, enthusiastic and committed Art Teacher looking for a full-time maternity cover position in Redbridge, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to find out more about this fantastic opportunity starting at the end of November / December 2026