Teacher of Art and DT

Your new company Hays Education is working in partnership with a highly regarded independent school in Lewisham to recruit a creative and enthusiastic Teacher of Art and Design Technology (DT) for a position starting in September. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and passionate teacher to join a successful independent school that places a strong emphasis on creativity, innovation, and academic excellence. The successful candidate will teach both Art and Design Technology, encouraging students to develop their practical skills, creativity, and confidence across a range of disciplines. Your new role The successful candidate will teach Art and Design Technology across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the potential for Key Stage 5 teaching depending on experience and specialism.You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that inspire students to think creatively, solve problems independently, and develop a strong understanding of design processes and artistic techniques. Working within well-resourced departments, you will help students produce high-quality work whilst fostering a genuine appreciation for creativity and design. What you'll need to succeed • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Experience teaching Art and Design Technology within a UK secondary school • Strong subject knowledge across both curriculum areas • The ability to deliver engaging, practical, and differentiated lessons • High expectations of student achievement and behaviour • Excellent communication and organisational skills • A commitment to contributing to the wider life of the school What you'll get in return • A respected and successful independent school environment • Motivated and engaged students who enjoy learning • Excellent specialist facilities and resources • Supportive and approachable leadership • Ongoing professional development opportunities • Competitive salary and benefits package • A welcoming and collaborative staff culture This role would suit an experienced Art or DT teacher seeking a new challenge, or a talented educator looking to further develop their career within the independent sector. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk