ECT Art Teacher - Exciting Opportunity -Staffordshire

🎨 ECT Art Teacher – Exciting Opportunity to Launch Your Teaching Career 📍 Location: Staffordshire 📅 Start Date: September 2025 💼 Contract: Full-time, Permanent 💷 Salary: MPS1 (in line with national pay scales) A Creative Start to Your Teaching Journey – Join Our Supportive Art Department Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) with a passion for Art and Design and a drive to inspire creativity in young people? We are delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified teacher to join our vibrant and inclusive state school in Staffordshire . This role offers the perfect environment to grow as a teacher, make an impact in the classroom, and ignite students’ imaginations. 🏫 About the School Our school is proud of its commitment to academic excellence, creativity, and student wellbeing. We believe the arts play a key role in nurturing self-expression, confidence, and critical thinking. As a valued member of our Art Department , you will be part of a collaborative team that supports innovation, shares ideas, and works together to provide a rich visual arts education to all students. 🎓 Your Role As an ECT Art Teacher, you will: Teach engaging Art lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 , helping students develop technical skills in drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and digital art. Encourage experimentation and creativity while teaching key concepts in art history, visual communication, and creative process. Deliver well-planned, inclusive lessons that cater to a range of abilities and learning styles. Assess student work thoughtfully, offering constructive feedback that supports individual progress. Contribute to the development of inspiring and accessible schemes of work within the department. Support the school’s creative culture through displays, exhibitions, and involvement in art-based extracurricular activities. ✅ What We’re Looking For We’re looking for a motivated and reflective ECT who: Holds or is on track to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) by summer 2025. Has a relevant degree in Art, Fine Art, Art & Design , or a related discipline. Brings creativity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues. Is confident in both traditional and contemporary art practices. Values inclusive teaching and is committed to helping every student achieve their potential. Has strong communication skills and is ready to be an active member of a supportive school community. 🌟 Why Join Us? 🎨 Creative Culture – Be part of a school that values artistic expression and sees art as an essential part of the curriculum 🤝 Supportive ECT Programme – Benefit from a well-structured induction with a dedicated mentor and clear development pathway 🖼️ Modern Art Facilities – Access specialist art rooms, resources, and spaces for exhibitions and displays 📚 Ongoing CPD – Take advantage of high-quality professional development and training throughout your early career 🎭 Enrichment Opportunities – Help lead clubs, exhibitions, or collaborative projects with other departments 🌱 Positive School Environment – Join a welcoming, inclusive team that supports creativity, wellbeing, and growth 📧 How to Apply If you’re a creative and passionate ECT looking to begin your teaching career in a supportive and inspiring school in Staffordshire , we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV