ECT Teacher of Art - Outstanding School - Islington

An Outstanding School in Islington is seeking a permanent, full-time ECT Teacher of Art, starting January 2026. Join a well-regarded Visual Arts faculty in this Inner London borough.

About the School

The ethos here is centered around genuine, curiosity-driven learning; the atmosphere is collaborative and remarkably free of unnecessary bureaucracy. Located within a highly diverse community, the school emphasizes curriculum innovation that is relevant to urban life and culture. The Visual Arts department benefits from excellent studio spaces and a successful history of exhibition work. All staff benefit from a highly protective senior leadership that champions professional development and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• The ECT Teacher of Art will deliver high-quality, inspiring tuition across Key Stages 3 and 4 (GCSE).
• The teacher is responsible for driving high attainment and promoting sophisticated creative expression and critical analysis across various media for GCSE.
• They must actively engage with the school's ECT support and mentoring programme.
• The ECT Teacher of Art is expected to contribute to consistent high academic outcomes and participate proactively in departmental planning.

Requirements

• Holds or is soon to obtain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has the right to work in the UK.
• Holds a Degree or has experience teaching Art.

Benefits

• Excellent salary paid on the Inner London Teachers' Pay Scale (M/UPS), specifically designed to reward ECT progression.
• Enrolment in a generous pension scheme with substantial employer contributions.
• A dedicated, bespoke ECT induction and mentoring programme.
• Structured mentoring within a supportive team environment with established resources.

Application

Please send your application for this ECT Teacher of Art position through as soon soon as possible to Danielle Summerfield.