Primary School Specialist Art Teacher

Primary School Specialist Art TeacherJob Advert We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary School Specialist Art Teacher to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and delivering a comprehensive art curriculum that inspires creativity, fosters artistic skills, and encourages a love for the arts among our primary school students as well as professionally developing and inspiring our class teachers. St. Catherine’s is a leading independent British international school that teaches 1400 pupils from 3 to 18 years of age. The school is a member of HMC, COBIS, and is an IBO world school. It teaches the EYFS curriculum and the National Curriculum for England and Wales, as well as IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school is a dynamic and exciting community with innovative teaching and learning practice at its core with a strong extra-curricular programme. Please apply by email using the school’s application form or through the TES online service . Further information regarding the school, the job description, person specification and details of the application procedure can be obtained from the school’s website. Please note that we do not accept the simple submission of a CV. Please be aware that you must have the rights to work within the EU. The school can only sponsor visas for UK nationals. St Catherine’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office. Please include the names and contact details of three referees. Please note that any personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only and for unsuccessful candidates’ personal data will be destroyed on completion of the process. St Catherine’s is a Registered Charity No. 313909.The closing date for applications Friday 8th May 2026Interviews will be arranged at the earliest convenience thereafter. Primary School Specialist Art TeacherJob Description Reports to: Deputy Head of Lower SchoolType of contract: Permanent, Full-TimeHours: 8:15am – 3:45pm which includes a 30-minute break, Monday – Friday inclusivePlace of Work: Lower SchoolHolidays: Term-time only Key Responsibilities: Design and implement an engaging art curriculum that meets the developmental needs and interests of primary school students.Plan and deliver sequences of creative art lessons that incorporate a variety of artistic techniques and mediums which can be continued and developed by class teachers.Ability to create cross-curricular and cultural linksFoster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages self-expression and artistic exploration.Assess and evaluate student progress in art, providing constructive feedback and support.Organise and participate in art exhibitions, displays, and other school-wide events that showcase students’ artwork.Collaborate with other teachers and staff (including in the Upper School) to integrate art into the broader curriculum and school activities.Maintain an organised and resourceful art studio, managing supplies and materials effectively.Stay current with trends and developments in art education to continually enhance the art program. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related