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Schools Art Teacher
Contract term: Permanent 
Hours: 37 hours over 5 days (Mon-Fri)
Location: ACT School, Ocean Park House, Cardiff, CF24 5ET
Salary: £31,819 rising to £37,305 per annum (Unqualified Teacher: £30,174 starting salary)

Qualified Teachers will start on £31,819 per annum, rising to £37,305 per annum. Unqualified Teachers will start on £30,174 per annum

Our School

ACT Schools is a registered independent school supporting young people aged 11–16 who are no longer able to access mainstream education. We provide a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment where learners can rebuild confidence, re-engage with education and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for successful futures.

We are passionate about helping every learner reach their potential by delivering high-quality education and pastoral support that places the individual at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

At ACT, our Behaviour Framework shapes everything we do. We are looking for an Art Teacher who demonstrates genuine respect for every learner, communicates with openness and honesty, and brings creativity and passion to engaging young people who may have faced barriers to education. You will be motivated to inspire and empower learners to explore their creativity, while maintaining clarity in your planning, delivery and communication. If you are resilient, adaptable and committed to making a meaningful difference through inclusive, high-quality teaching, we would love to hear from you.

The School Art Teacher will deliver a creative, engaging and inclusive Art curriculum that inspires learners to explore, experiment and express themselves across a range of artistic media. Working collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team, teaching staff and Youth Learning Mentors, you will contribute to a positive learning environment that promotes creativity, confidence and personal development.

You will plan and deliver lessons that meet the needs of learners with a wide range of abilities, including those with additional learning needs, behavioural needs and complex barriers to learning.

The role requires working with Respect, Openness & Honesty and Integrity, building strong professional relationships with learners, colleagues and external professionals, while ensuring compliance with Welsh Government Independent School Regulations, Estyn requirements, safeguarding responsibilities and ACT policies.

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate Innovation & Creativity in teaching practice, think clearly and plan effectively, and consistently model ACT’s Behaviour Framework in all aspects of their work.

What you’ll do

• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality Art lessons that engage, challenge and inspire learners across KS3 and KS4
• Develop a broad and balanced Art curriculum including drawing, painting, sculpture, digital art and mixed media
• Differentiate learning to meet individual needs, including learners with ALN and behavioural needs
• Create a safe, inclusive and stimulating studio environment that encourages creativity and experimentation
• Assess learner progress using a range of formative and summative approaches
• Provide constructive feedback to support artistic development and confidence
• Use Arbor to track progress, record assessments and monitor engagement
• Support learners in developing portfolios for accreditation, assessment and exhibitions
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and Youth Learning Mentors to support learner progress
• Contribute to whole-school initiatives, enrichment activities and cross-curricular projects
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with ACT standards and school policy
• Use de-escalation strategies to support learners during challenging situations
• Ensure safe use of materials, tools and equipment in line with health and safety requirements
• Maintain resources, displays and studio organisation to a high standard
• Support exhibitions, events and celebrations of learner work
• Undertake administrative duties to support the Art curriculum
• Lead and support enrichment sessions and off-site activities
• Use physical intervention strategies where necessary (full training will be provided)
• Undertake any other duties as required by your manager

ACT is committed to safeguarding, inclusion and equality. All staff are expected to promote a safe and respectful environment in line with organisational policies and relevant legislation.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable but not essential for this role.

What we need from you

• Qualified Teacher Status (PGCE or equivalent) or willingness to work towards it
• Experience delivering Art up to GCSE level
• Experience working with learners with additional learning needs (e.g. ADHD, dyslexia)
• Experience supporting challenging or disengaged learners
• Strong knowledge of teaching, learning and behaviour management strategies
• Good level of IT, literacy and numeracy
• Commitment to demonstrating ACT’s Behaviour Framework

Why work for ACT?

At ACT, people are at the heart of everything we do. As Wales’s largest training provider, we are committed to making a real difference through high-quality learning — and equally committed to supporting our staff to grow, develop and succeed.

We are proud to be an Investors in People Platinum organisation and recognised in the Best Companies 2025 awards as one of the UK’s top employers.

What next?

Closing date: 17th July 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application via email (please check junk or spam folders).

The selection process will consist of:

· A face-to-face interview at our Head Office

· A work-based task (for example, a micro-teach, presentation or scenario-based exercise). Full details will be provided in advance of the interview

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process enables every candidate to perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know.

If you have any queries about the vacancy, please contact recruitment@acttraining.org.uk.

Our Values

At ACT, we foster a culture of respect, fairness and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive.

FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement) sits at the heart of everything we do and shapes our approach to staff and learners.

Diversity Statement

ACT is committed to fair and safe recruitment practices and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on any protected characteristic.

We are happy to support reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please contact us if required.

Safeguarding

ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

Pay: £30,174.00-£37,305.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person