Art Teacher | Independent School | Derby

Position: Art Teacher
Location: Derby
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Art Teaching Role in an Independent School

An independent school in Derby is seeking to appoint an Art Teacher to join its Creative Arts department from September. This is a full-time role within a well-established school that values creativity, individual expression, and high-quality teaching.

Art is a highly regarded subject within the school, with students encouraged to develop technical skills, creative confidence, and an appreciation for a broad range of artistic disciplines and media.

About the Role

You will teach Art across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging lessons that inspire creativity and develop students’ artistic techniques and visual communication skills.

Students will explore a range of disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, mixed media, and digital art while developing strong portfolio work and independent creative thinking.

You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Art examinations, supporting them in developing coursework portfolios, practical projects, and critical understanding.

You will work collaboratively within a successful Creative Arts department while benefiting from smaller class sizes and strong pastoral support.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Art across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based Art lessons

• Support students in developing coursework portfolios

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Art examinations

• Assess student work and provide clear, constructive feedback

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to exhibitions, enrichment, and departmental development

• Maintain a safe and inspiring studio environment

The School Environment

This independent school in Derby provides a supportive and academically ambitious environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, creativity, and independence.

The Creative Arts department benefits from excellent facilities, smaller class sizes, and a collaborative culture focused on artistic development and student success.

Leadership supports professional development and values creativity, subject expertise, and high-quality teaching.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Art at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge across a range of artistic disciplines

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Art

• Experience supporting GCSE and A-Level portfolio development

• Ability to contribute to exhibitions or creative enrichment activities

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Art Teacher role in Derby starting in September, please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.