Art Teacher - SEPTEMBER 2026 South London & Surrey | QTS Essential | Permanent & Long-Term Roles

Are you an Art teacher ready for a fresh start in September?

Empowering Learning are working with a range of secondary schools across South London and Surrey who are looking for passionate, creative Art teachers to join their departments from September 2026. Whether you are looking for a permanent position or a long-term contract, we have opportunities that are worth talking about.

What We Are Looking For

First and foremost, you will need Qualified Teacher Status. Beyond that, we are looking for Art teachers who genuinely love their subject and can bring that enthusiasm into the classroom every day.

You might be an experienced Art teacher looking for a change of school. You might be an ECT finishing your training this summer. Either way, if you have QTS and a passion for creative education, we want to hear from you.

We are particularly looking for teachers who can cover across the broader Art and Design curriculum, including Fine Art, Textiles, Photography and Graphics - though this will vary depending on the school.

The Schools We Work With

We have strong relationships with secondary schools across Croydon, Merton, Sutton, Kingston, Wandsworth, Lambeth, Redhill, Surrey and Crawley. Some of these roles are not advertised publicly; they come to us directly because schools trust us to find the right people.

We take the time to understand what you are looking for in a school just as much as what schools are looking for in a teacher. A good match matters to us.

Why Get In Touch Now

Art positions at secondary level are competitive. The schools we work with tend to move quickly when they find the right candidate and the strongest roles are filled well before the summer holidays.

Getting registered with us now means your profile is ready the moment something comes in. It means we can put you forward at the right time, with the right preparation, to the right school.

What To Expect When You Register

You will get a dedicated consultant who actually listens. We will talk through what you want: the type of school, the year groups you enjoy teaching, how far you are willing to travel and we will work to find something that genuinely fits. We do not just send your CV everywhere and hope for the best.

Sound like you? Get in touch.

QTS or equivalent is essential for this role. All placements are subject to an enhanced DBS check and full compliance checks prior to starting