Art Teacher - Independent Secondary School - Dorset

Art Teacher – Independent Secondary School – Dorset

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

Art Teacher

An Independent Secondary School in Dorset is seeking a professional and highly organised Art Teacher to join their experienced academic team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-structured and supportive school environment where teaching staff play an essential role in the smooth operation of the school.

The successful candidate will provide day-to-day instructional support across multiple key stages and assist senior leaders, teaching staff, and wider support teams. Responsibilities will include maintaining student progress records, updating school tracking systems, managing departmental correspondence, supporting attendance administration, and assisting with the organisation of art exhibitions, events, and creative activities.

You will also support communication with parents, students, and external agencies while ensuring that information is handled professionally and confidentially at all times. Strong organisational skills are essential, as the role requires the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage multiple responsibilities within a busy school environment.

The school is looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a collaborative academic staff team. Good IT skills and confidence using creative media systems are important, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing school community where teaching staff are highly valued and staff wellbeing and professional development are prioritised.

School Information

This is an 11 to 18 well-established Independent Secondary School in Dorset with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing, and continuous improvement. The school serves a diverse community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice.

Students are respectful, motivated, and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages academic achievement alongside personal development, preparing students well for further education and future careers.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, with strong leadership, shared best practice, and a clear focus on professional development.

Requirements

• Previous teaching or relevant instructional experience

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Good IT and data management skills

• Professional and proactive approach

• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.