Art & Design Teacher - QTS

Location: Greater London

Secondary School Art Teacher
- Lewisham, South East London Agency:
Tradewind Recruitment

Location:

Lewisham, South East London Job Type: Supply Teaching
- Daily Supply and Long-Term Opportunities

Working Hours:

8:30am - 4:00pmDaily Supply Pay: £150-£170 per dayLong-Term Contract Pay:
In line with Inner London Teachers' Pay Scales, dependent on experience and responsibilities

About the Role Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a qualified, enthusiastic and creative Secondary School Art Teacher to work in secondary schools across Lewisham, South East London.

We have opportunities for both flexible daily supply teaching and longer-term placements, offering teachers the chance to develop their experience while supporting pupils in a positive and engaging learning environment.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging Art lessons, encourage creativity and artistic expression, and support students in developing their practical skills and understanding of the subject.

Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging Art lessons in line with the secondary school curriculum.

Teach Art to students across Key Stages 3 and 4, with Key Stage 5 teaching where required.

Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment.

Assess, monitor and provide constructive feedback on students' progress.

Maintain effective classroom and behaviour management.

Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of pupils with varying abilities and learning requirements.

Work collaboratively with teaching staff and school leadership teams to support student achievement.

Follow school safeguarding policies and procedures.

Essential Requirements To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) recognised in England.

A relevant degree, preferably in Art, Fine Art, Art and Design or a closely related subject.

Previous teaching experience within a secondary school setting.

Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging Art lessons.

Effective classroom management and communication skills.

A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and supporting the development of young people.

The ability to adapt confidently to different school environments.

Pay and Progression Opportunities Daily Supply Rate: £150-£170 per day Daily supply rates are determined by relevant teaching experience, qualifications, the requirements of the assignment and the responsibilities involved.

Candidates with more extensive secondary teaching experience, strong subject knowledge and a proven track record of effective classroom practice may be considered for rates towards the higher end of the advertised range.

Teachers may also have opportunities to progress towards higher rates by:

Gaining further relevant teaching experience and demonstrating consistently strong performance.

Successfully completing assignments and building a positive track record within schools.

Taking on additional responsibilities, where available, such as planning lessons, assessing student work or contributing to wider departmental activities.

Progressing into longer-term placements involving increased teaching responsibilities.

Long-Term Contract Pay For long-term teaching placements, pay will be in line with the applicable Inner London Teachers' Pay Scales, with the rate determined by relevant experience, the nature of the placement and any additional responsibilities.

Please note that progression to a higher daily rate is not automatic or guaranteed. All pay rates will be confirmed in advance of an assignment and will reflect the specific requirements of the role.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Access to a range of daily supply and long-term teaching opportunities.

Flexibility to find assignments that suit your availability and career goals.

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