Teacher of Art & Design – Secondary School in Newcastle (January Start)

A vibrant secondary school in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, is seeking an imaginative Teacher of Art & Design with fine art and digital illustration expertise to join its Visual Arts faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January. Job Overview Visual arts play an essential role in this school's creative curriculum, annual exhibitions, and Key Stage 4 and 5 options. The successful candidate will deliver engaging practical studio and digital Art lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Art & Design / Fine Art), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Fine Art). Working alongside visual arts technicians, you will guide students through traditional drawing, painting, mixed media, digital painting (graphics tablets and Adobe Creative Cloud), and portfolio curation for Non-Exam Assessment (NEA). This is a full-time, permanent contract. Key Responsibilities Teach practical studio art and digital media lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5 Instruct pupils in drawing techniques, oil/acrylic painting, printmaking, and digital illustration Guide GCSE and A-Level candidates through sketchbooks, contextual research, NEA portfolios, and final moderation Maintain studio safety, digital hardware suites, printmaking presses, and material inventories in line with COSHH Organize student art showcases, regional gallery trips, and creative portfolio masterclasses Fulfill pastoral duties as a Form Tutor, supporting student wellbeing and personal development Role Overview & Specifications Start Date: January Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear Salary / Pay Rate: MPS / UPS equivalent Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Fine Art Candidate Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK teaching credentials (PGCE / SCITT) Honors degree in Fine Art, Illustration, Visual Arts, or a closely related creative discipline Demonstrated track record (or clear potential during training) for strong GCSE/A-Level Art outcomes High personal artistic capability across traditional fine art mediums and digital design software An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Art & Design position in Newcastle for a January start.