Art Teacher

Art & Design Teacher - Immediate Start

Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester

Salary: M1-UPS3 Pay Scale

Job Type: Full Time - Long Term

Start Date: Immediate Start - Until July 2027

Inspire creativity in the classroom!

Cover People are currently recruiting for an Art & Design Teacher to join a welcoming secondary school in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, starting immediately for the remainder of the academic year.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Art & Design Teacher or ECT looking for a long-term, full-time position within a supportive school environment.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and creative Art & Design lessons across KS3 and KS4, encouraging pupils to develop their artistic skills, creativity and confidence while making a positive impact on their academic and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Art & Design lessons across KS3 and KS4
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative lessons in line with the school's curriculum
• Monitor, assess and track pupil progress effectively
• Manage classroom behaviour and create a positive learning environment
• Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners
• Encourage pupils to develop their creativity, artistic techniques and confidence
• Support pupils in developing their portfolios and practical skills where appropriate
• Contribute to the wider Art & Design department and school community
• Support the academic and personal development of all learners

Requirements

• QTS or equivalent UK teaching qualification
• Strong subject knowledge across KS3 & KS4 Art & Design
• Experience teaching Art & Design at secondary level
• Strong classroom and behaviour management
• A passion for Art, creativity, teaching and pupil progress
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Right to work in the UK

Why Join Cover People?

At Cover People, we're committed to supporting teachers and support staff at every stage of their career.

We are proudly APSCo+ verified, demonstrating our commitment to the highest standards in education recruitment. This means both schools and candidates benefit from a trusted, compliant and ethical service.

When you join Cover People, you can expect:

• A wide range of temporary, long-term and permanent opportunities across Greater Manchester and beyond
• Competitive pay rates, paid weekly
• 12.07% statutory holiday pay
• A friendly, experienced team of education consultants who listen and support your goals
• Roles tailored to your skills, values and lifestyle
• Ongoing support including CV guidance, interview preparation and market insights

Safeguarding and Compliance

As part of our safeguarding commitment, all successful applicants must:

• Hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Provide two professional references
• Submit to overseas police checks (if applicable)
• Provide a full CV with all employment gaps clearly explained

If you're a creative and enthusiastic Art & Design Teacher looking for a long-term opportunity in Rochdale, we'd love to hear from you.

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