Tradewind Recruitment
Job Title: Art & Design Teacher
Location: Middlesbrough
Company: Tradewind Recruitment
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Flexible Supply
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Salary: £168.88 – £261.78 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Join Tradewind Recruitment as an Art & Design Teacher in Middlesbrough!
Tradewind Recruitment is currently seeking passionate, creative, and inspiring Art & Design Teachers to work across a variety of secondary schools throughout Middlesbrough. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or an ECT looking to build confidence and develop your teaching career, we'd love to hear from you!
This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire creativity, encourage self-expression, and help students develop a wide range of artistic skills across different mediums.
About the Role:
As an Art & Design Teacher, your responsibilities may include:
- Planning and delivering engaging Art & Design lessons across KS3 and KS4 (KS5 advantageous)
- Teaching a broad curriculum including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, digital art, photography or textiles (depending on the school)
- Encouraging creativity, experimentation, and independent thinking
- Assessing students' practical work and providing clear, constructive feedback
- Developing pupils' technical skills alongside their understanding of artists, movements, and visual culture
- Managing behaviour effectively in line with school policies
- Working collaboratively with department colleagues and pastoral teams
- Supporting enrichment opportunities such as art clubs, exhibitions, competitions, or school displays
You'll have the opportunity to work in different school settings, allowing you to find the environment that best matches your teaching style.
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily pay rates: £168.88-£261.78 per day
- Flexible working patterns – full-time, part-time, or short/long-term roles
- Access to a wide network of schools across Middlesbrough
- Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and teaching resources
- A dedicated consultant who supports you from start to finish
- Opportunities to work in outstanding and supportive school environments
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and eligibility)
- Uncapped refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Requirements:
- QTS or QTLS (or strong FE teaching experience with relevant subject delivery)
- Experience teaching Art & Design within a secondary school setting
- Strong subject knowledge and a passion for creativity and visual arts
- A proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach
- A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
- Two professional references covering the last two years
About Us:
With 25 years of success and offices across the UK, Tradewind Recruitment is a market leader in education recruitment. We are proud to be an award-winning Sunday Times Top 100 employer, offering exceptional support and professional development opportunities.
Apply now to become a valued part of the Tradewind team!
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To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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