Art Teacher
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £40,000.00 per annum depending on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 February 2026 |
| Location: | Epping |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 300427FAJ |
Summary
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
We’re proud to be taking part in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!
Job title: Art Teacher
Location: The Tower School, Epping, CM16 4BA
Salary: Up to £40,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: April 2026
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship
We are looking for a passionate, imaginative and reflective Art Teacher to join the team at The Tower School. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young people, unlock creative potential and use art as a powerful tool for self-expression, confidence and personal growth.
At The Tower School, creativity matters. You’ll have the freedom to deliver an engaging, inclusive Art curriculum that celebrates individuality, nurtures talent and supports pupils’ academic and emotional development.
About the Role
As our Art Teacher, you’ll plan and deliver inspiring Art lessons to timetabled groups across the school. You’ll encourage pupils to experiment, develop technical skills and take pride in their work—helping them achieve outcomes that truly reflect their abilities.
This role is ideal for a teacher who values strong relationships, high standards and pupil wellbeing, and who believes that creativity can transform lives.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured and differentiated Art lessons
Support pupils to achieve ability-appropriate qualifications and outcomes
Inspire confidence, curiosity and creativity across year groups
Take responsibility for pupil progress, achievement and artistic development
Monitor, assess and track progress, using data to inform planning and targets
Plan lessons thoroughly and reflect on outcomes, sharing best practice with colleagues
Differentiate teaching approaches, resources and materials to meet diverse needs
Use assessment for learning to help pupils understand their progress and next steps
Mark, assess and record work in line with school expectations
Use ICT and digital tools to enhance learning where appropriate
Create a positive, well-managed classroom that supports behaviour for learning
Contribute to pupils’ pastoral, social, moral and cultural development
Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers
Effectively direct and support Teaching Assistants to maximise engagement
Apply behaviour, rewards and “Ready to Learn” approaches consistently
Produce accurate, timely reports that support pupil progress
Follow school policies on teaching, learning, data, safeguarding and wellbeing
Contribute to whole-school development and a positive school culture
Experience and Qualifications Required
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Experience teaching Art within a school setting.
Strong knowledge of effective and high-quality classroom practice.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through creativity, helping pupils develop confidence, self-expression and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
We’re proud to be taking part in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!
Job title: Art Teacher
Location: The Tower School, Epping, CM16 4BA
Salary: Up to £40,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: April 2026
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship
We are looking for a passionate, imaginative and reflective Art Teacher to join the team at The Tower School. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young people, unlock creative potential and use art as a powerful tool for self-expression, confidence and personal growth.
At The Tower School, creativity matters. You’ll have the freedom to deliver an engaging, inclusive Art curriculum that celebrates individuality, nurtures talent and supports pupils’ academic and emotional development.
About the Role
As our Art Teacher, you’ll plan and deliver inspiring Art lessons to timetabled groups across the school. You’ll encourage pupils to experiment, develop technical skills and take pride in their work—helping them achieve outcomes that truly reflect their abilities.
This role is ideal for a teacher who values strong relationships, high standards and pupil wellbeing, and who believes that creativity can transform lives.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured and differentiated Art lessons
Support pupils to achieve ability-appropriate qualifications and outcomes
Inspire confidence, curiosity and creativity across year groups
Take responsibility for pupil progress, achievement and artistic development
Monitor, assess and track progress, using data to inform planning and targets
Plan lessons thoroughly and reflect on outcomes, sharing best practice with colleagues
Differentiate teaching approaches, resources and materials to meet diverse needs
Use assessment for learning to help pupils understand their progress and next steps
Mark, assess and record work in line with school expectations
Use ICT and digital tools to enhance learning where appropriate
Create a positive, well-managed classroom that supports behaviour for learning
Contribute to pupils’ pastoral, social, moral and cultural development
Build strong, professional relationships with parents and carers
Effectively direct and support Teaching Assistants to maximise engagement
Apply behaviour, rewards and “Ready to Learn” approaches consistently
Produce accurate, timely reports that support pupil progress
Follow school policies on teaching, learning, data, safeguarding and wellbeing
Contribute to whole-school development and a positive school culture
Experience and Qualifications Required
UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Experience teaching Art within a school setting.
Strong knowledge of effective and high-quality classroom practice.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through creativity, helping pupils develop confidence, self-expression and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Why join Options Autism?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
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