Art Teacher - KS5 Fine Art Specialist - Hackney

Art Teacher – Lead KS5 Fine Art Curriculum and Mentor Portfolio Development for Top Art School Entry – Hackney

A high-performing secondary academy in Hackney is seeking an experienced and inspiring Art Teacher with a specialization in Fine Art and portfolio mentorship from January 2026.

• Art Teacher required from January 2026
• Hackney-based school with an exceptional academic record and a focus on Creative Arts progression.
• Ideal for a teacher passionate about advanced artistic theory and preparing students for top Art Foundation and university courses.

You will teach Art across KS3-KS5, with a leadership focus on the A-Level Fine Art course. The role includes planning rigorous projects that develop complex technical skills (e.g., painting, sculpture, life drawing) and critical analysis, with a key responsibility for mentoring students through the UCAS portfolio submission process.

Experience and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status ( QTS ) and a relevant degree in Fine Art or Art History.
• Proven success in achieving high grades at A-Level Art.
• Experience in successfully mentoring students through the UCAS portfolio process.
• Commitment to running extra-curricular Art clubs and exhibitions.

School Information

The school is renowned for its vibrant intellectual life and high academic focus, particularly in the Arts. The Art department is fully staffed, boasts spacious and dedicated studios, and benefits from shared curriculum planning across key stages. We are committed to ensuring teachers can focus on high-quality teaching and professional development, providing generous non-contact time for studio preparation and individual student critique.

• Strong departmental collaboration and dedicated, spacious Art studios .
• Inner London salary and a highly motivated student body.
• Generous non-contact time allocated for studio preparation and critique .
• Strong links to local London Art Colleges for student enrichment and staff development.

Salary

Paid to MPS/UPS Inner London Scale

Application

To apply for this Art Teacher position in Hackney, please send your most up to date CV as soon as possible. Early applications are warmly encouraged.