At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging Art and Photography lessons, fostering creativity and technical skills.
- Company: Elementa Wales, a supportive and innovative educational organisation.
- Benefits: Flexible work hours, competitive daily rates, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to student achievement and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young artists while enjoying a creative teaching environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and experience in teaching Art at secondary level.
The predicted salary is between 29309 - 35823 £ per year.
Art Teacher
Location
Powys, Mid Wales
Contract type
Full time
Start date
ASAP
Salary
Competitive daily rates (dependent on experience)
About the role
Elementa Wales is seeking a creative and enthusiastic
Art Teacher to work with a thriving secondary school in Powys.
This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and skilled teacher who is looking to inspire young people, develop their artistic abilities and make a positive impact on their education.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and practical Art and Photography lessons, encouraging pupils to explore their creativity and develop their technical skills.
You will support learners in understanding a range of artistic techniques, photographic processes and visual communication, ensuring pupils receive high-quality teaching in a stimulating and supportive environment.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver engaging Art and Photography lessons in line with the relevant curriculum.
- Plan and deliver creative activities that develop pupils' artistic knowledge, practical skills and confidence.
- Teach photography techniques, including composition, lighting, digital photography and image editing.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively, maintaining a positive and productive learning environment.
- Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs and abilities of all learners.
- Assess pupil progress and provide constructive feedback to support creative development.
- Work collaboratively with school staff to support pupil achievement and engagement.
Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) recognised in Wales.
- Experience teaching Art within a secondary school setting.
- Strong subject knowledge in Art and Photography, including practical and digital techniques.
- Ability to plan and deliver creative, engaging and differentiated lessons.
- Strong classroom management and communication skills.
- A positive, flexible and professional approach.
Desirable
- Experience teaching Art at GCSE or A-Level.
- Knowledge of digital editing software such as Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom (beneficial but not essential).
- Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN).
Why work with Elementa?
- Flexible work to suit your lifestyle.
- Competitive daily rates.
- Access to ongoing professional development.
- Safeguarding
Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of their processes.
All successful applicants will undergo a thorough pre-screening process and interview, attend an insight session and have the opportunity to visit one of our Alternative Provision or SEND school sites.
Successful applicants will also be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and complete a 12-week (60 paid days) employment trial period.
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