Art & Design Teacher

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference Art&DT_1784721111

Closing date August 21, 2026

Location Wakefield, United Kingdom

Type Full-Time

Status Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Veritas Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated Art & Design Technology Teacher to join a welcoming and ambitious secondary school in Wakefield. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative educator who can inspire students across Key Stages 3 and 4, fostering both artistic expression and practical design skills.

The successful candidate will be committed to delivering engaging lessons, encouraging innovation, and helping students develop confidence in their creative abilities.

The Role

As an Art & DT Teacher, you will:

• Plan and deliver high-quality Art and Design Technology lessons across KS3 and KS4.
• Create a stimulating learning environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and achievement.
• Assess, monitor, and support student progress in line with school policies.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management.
• Contribute to departmental enrichment activities, exhibitions, and creative projects.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support curriculum development and student success.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art and/or Design Technology within a UK secondary school setting.
• Strong subject knowledge and a passion for creative education.
• Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• The ability to motivate, challenge, and inspire students of all abilities.

What Veritas Education Offers

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Access to long-term and permanent teaching opportunities.
• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A straightforward registration process and continued career support.

Safeguarding Statement

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references in line with safer recruitment practices.

Apply Today

If you are an enthusiastic Art & DT Teacher looking for your next opportunity in Wakefield, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now through Veritas Education or contact our education recruitment team to discuss this role and other teaching opportunities across West Yorkshire.

Veritas Education - Helping schools find exceptional educators and supporting teachers in finding rewarding careers.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'