Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: MPS/UPS

We are seeking a talented and committed Art Teacher to join a highly successful and innovative Art & Design department at a forward-thinking secondary school in Basingstoke. The role is available from September 2025, and the position is suitable for experienced teachers or confident ECTs with strong creative flair.

The Role:
You will teach Art at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, with opportunities to teach A-Level depending on experience. The school places a high value on creativity and visual literacy, with students regularly entering regional exhibitions and national competitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a broad and engaging curriculum in Art, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media

• Plan and assess coursework and projects at GCSE and/or A-Level

• Develop student confidence, expression, and artistic identity

• Contribute to extra-curricular enrichment, including art clubs and showcases

• Work closely with colleagues to integrate themes across the creative arts faculty

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a relevant Art or Fine Art degree

• Strong portfolio of work and an understanding of diverse art movements and techniques

• Ability to motivate and inspire learners of all abilities

• Commitment to inclusive education and departmental collaboration

School Information:
This ambitious school is known for its commitment to the arts, and boasts state-of-the-art art studios, including dedicated 6th form workspace, photography darkroom, and kiln room. Student behaviour is excellent, and the leadership team offers exceptional support for both teaching and personal development.

Benefits:

• CPD tailored to the creative curriculum

• Performance-based progression and leadership potential

• Opportunities to lead public exhibitions and whole-school arts weeks

• Warm, respectful staff culture