Supply Art Teacher – Secondary School

Supply Art Teacher – Secondary School | March 2026 Start

Location:

Stroud

Contract:

Supply / Full-time (Monday-Friday)

Hours:

8:30am – 3:30pm
Salary:
Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Are you a creative and passionate Art teacher looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? We are currently seeking committed Supply Art Teachers to support secondary schools across Stroud, with regular cover needed particularly in Art – though we also welcome teachers from all subject specialisms. Supply teaching offers an excellent opportunity to achieve a healthier work-life balance, explore a range of school environments, and continue strengthening your teaching practice without the added pressures of a permanent role.

Many supply placements evolve into long‑term or permanent opportunities, giving you freedom while keeping future pathways open.

This school offers a vibrant, nurturing, and aspirational environment where students are supported as individuals and encouraged to express themselves creatively. Its values help shape a culture where every learner feels motivated, inspired, and valued. With a broad, engaging curriculum delivered by passionate staff and a strong emphasis on curiosity, independence, and personal growth, the school provides the foundations for students to thrive both academically and artistically.

A rich programme of clubs, trips, and creative enrichment ensures students can explore their artistic interests within a community built on positive relationships and shared ambition.

• A welcoming, inclusive community driven by strong shared values
• A culture built on respect, high expectations, and supportive relationships
• Robust pastoral systems focused on wellbeing and character development
• Leadership dedicated to professional growth, staff training, and wellbeing
• A dynamic, creative environment serving the wider Stroud area

As a Supply Art Teacher, you will deliver engaging, imaginative lessons across KS3 and KS4, helping students develop practical techniques, creative thinking, and confidence in their artistic expression. You’ll bring flexibility, enthusiasm, and strong subject knowledge to a variety of classroom settings. You will establish positive routines quickly, maintain a calm and purposeful learning environment, and inspire students to enjoy Art while taking pride in their work.

Your contribution will help uphold the school’s commitment to high‑quality teaching and a values‑driven, ambitious curriculum.

• Teach creative and stimulating Art lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Support students in developing practical skills in drawing, painting, 3D work, digital art, and more
• Follow school policies, schemes of work, and any provided lesson plans
• Maintain a safe, organised, and inspiring classroom environment
• Encourage creativity, experimentation, confidence, and artistic independence
  
  Provide additional support for students needing help with focus, confidence, or behaviour
• Contribute positively to the school’s inclusive and community‑focused ethos
• Promote a love of Art, creativity, and strong visual communication skills

• QTS or relevant secondary Art teaching experience
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and support students of all abilities
• A positive, adaptable, and proactive approach to teaching
• Passion for creativity, visual arts, and helping students express themselves
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the school’s values
• Experience in secondary settings preferred; ECTs are welcome

• Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
• Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• Free Safeguarding training
• Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
• Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch ()

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
• Equal Opportunities – Monarch
• Affinity…