Teacher of Art

Job Title: Art Teacher – Independent School (Temporary, Part-Time)
Location: South Shropshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time initially, then part-time (Tuesdays & Fridays)

Description:
A highly regarded independent school in South Shropshire is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Art Teacher to join their team on a temporary basis. The role is full-time to start, then reducing to part-time (2 days per week – Tuesdays and Fridays) once Year 11 and Year 13 students have completed their coursework in the coming weeks.

This is a fantastic opportunity to teach in a creative and supportive environment, with most of the curriculum planning already in place.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Art across Key Stages 3, 4 & 5

• Focus on Years 7–10, as coursework for exam classes (Years 11 & 13) is near completion

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons (majority of planning already completed)

• Marking responsibilities required

• Inspire students and promote a passion for the visual arts

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent

• Experience teaching Art at KS3–KS5

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• Ability to start immediately

• Experience in an independent school setting is desirable but not essential

Working Pattern:

• Full-time initially

• Part-time (Tuesdays & Fridays) once exam groups complete coursework (within a few weeks)

How to Apply:
Click "Apply Now" or email your CV and cover letter directly to courtney@taraprofessionalrecruitment.co.uk

About Tara

We provide a dedicated and committed service to candidates, supporting teachers and support staff in their search for suitable & regular work and excellent Teacher Referral Bonuses. Tara Professional Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer, and encourages applications from all interested parties.

All applicants will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit. 

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and work diligently to help raise the standards of education within our schools.
Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.