Teacher of Art & Design

Location: Richmond upon Thames Start Date: September 2025 Salary: Highly Competitive Salary, Commensurate with Experience

The Opportunity An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an inspirational and highly creative Teacher of Art & Design to join the thriving department of a prestigious school in Richmond upon Thames. We seek an individual passionate about visual arts, capable of fostering deep artistic expression, technical skill, and critical appreciation in our bright, ambitious students, encouraging them to develop their unique artistic voice.

The Role You will be responsible for teaching Art & Design across Key Stages 3, 4 (IGCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level), ensuring a rigorous and creatively stimulating curriculum across various media. Your duties will include planning and delivering engaging practical lessons across various media and techniques, from drawing and painting to sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, and digital art. You'll nurture students' creativity, critical analysis, and technical skills, and support them in developing strong portfolios for examinations and future artistic pursuits. You'll also be expected to contribute significantly to the broader artistic life of the school, perhaps supervising extended projects, curating student exhibitions, leading art history clubs, or facilitating visits to London's renowned galleries and museums.

About Our School Our independent school in Richmond upon Thames is renowned for its academic prowess and its commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals. We attract highly motivated students and dedicated staff, benefiting from state-of-the-art facilities including dedicated art studios, digital design suites, and specialist workshops. Our ethos encourages deep inquiry, critical thought, and a vibrant extracurricular programme that complements our challenging academic offering, celebrating individual creativity and artistic achievement.

The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be an experienced and highly qualified Teacher of Art & Design, holding a strong academic degree in Fine Art, Graphic Design, or a related Art & Design discipline. You'll possess an outstanding track record of delivering excellent results at IGCSE and A-Level, with a strong understanding of various artistic techniques and movements. We're looking for a passionate educator with exceptional practical skills, a strong personal portfolio, a commitment to fostering independent artistic development, and the ability to inspire a genuine love for the discipline in students destined for top art colleges or universities.

What We Offer

* A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the calibre of our staff.

* The opportunity to contribute to a well-established and successful department with a strong reputation for artistic excellence.

* A supportive and intellectually stimulating academic environment, fostering professional growth and collaboration among creative colleagues.

* Access to excellent resources and opportunities for significant professional development, including participation in art workshops and masterclasses.

* Working with bright, engaged students in a beautiful and affluent setting, offering inspiration from the surrounding environment and London's vibrant art scene