Art & Design Teacher Creative Community Barking & Dagenham

Art & Design Teacher – Champion Creative Excellence in a Supportive, Community-Oriented School – Barking & Dagenham

A supportive, community-oriented secondary school in Barking & Dagenham is seeking a Creative Art & Design Teacher with a focus on both 2D and 3D media, starting in January 2026.

• Art & Design Specialist required from January 2026


• Barking & Dagenham-based school with a supportive ethos and creative
  curriculum.


• Ideal for a teacher passionate about fostering practical artistic talent and gallery visits.

You will teach Art and Design across KS3 and GCSE, guiding students through coursework and examination units. The role involves managing the studio, inspiring the use of diverse materials, and contributing to the school's creative extra-curricular programme and exhibitions that engage the local community.

Experience and Qualifications

• QTS
  and a degree in Art, Design, or Fine Arts.


• Proven experience teaching the GCSE Art & Design curriculum effectively.


• Confidence in safely managing and teaching a variety of media (e.g., painting, sculpture, digital).


• Commitment to promoting a creative and nurturing studio environment.

School Information

The school provides a supportive environment with excellent administrative and technician support. The Art department is well-equipped
and highly valued, playing a key role in the community engagement strategy.

• Well-equipped
  art studios and dedicated technician support.


• Supportive
  professional culture focuses on staff well-being and manageable workload.


• Strong links with local arts community for student enrichment.

Salary

Paid to scale on MPS / UPS

Application

To apply for this Art & Design Teacher position in Barking & Dagenham, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.