Cover Art Teacher Primary

Kgis Edu; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading international school in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Art Teacher for a short-term cover role starting in January. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging art lessons for primary students, fostering creativity and skill development. This position offers excellent resources and collaborative colleagues within a prestigious education network. Experience with the Cambridge curriculum is highly desirable, alongside a recognized teaching qualification and a degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Recognized teaching qualification and degree in Art, Design, or a relevant field.
• Excellent subject knowledge with a passion for teaching Art.
• Strong classroom practice and ability to inspire young learners.
• Outstanding organizational and planning skills.
• Experience teaching in international schools or familiarity with Cambridge curriculum is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inspiring and interactive Art lessons for primary students.
• Plan and implement high-quality schemes of work.
• Assess, track, and report on student progress.
• Create a supportive and engaging classroom environment.
• Contribute to pastoral duties and holistic well-being of students.
• Use ICT and resources effectively to enhance teaching.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments.
• Participate in co-curricular activities and school events.

Skills

Art subject knowledge

Classroom engagement

Organizational skills

Collaborative teaching

Creative lesson planning

Education

BEd, PGCE, or equivalent teaching qualification

Degree in Art, Design, or a relevant field

Job description

Application closing date: Interviews will be ongoing

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world‑class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award‑winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state‑of‑the‑art facilities alongside industry‑renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry‑leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY

King's College School, Cascais, part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group, is a leading international school in the Lisbon area. We offer a global education through the Cambridge International curriculum up to Year 10, supported by a bilingual Portuguese–English program up to Year 5. Our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development prepares students for success in top universities worldwide.

We are seeking a passionate and well‑qualified Art Teacher (Primary) to join our school on a short‑term cover basis starting in January for the half‑term, due to long‑term sickness. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, high‑quality lessons that foster creativity, visual literacy, and a love of the arts. As part of the Inspired network, you will benefit from excellent resources, collaborative colleagues, and meaningful professional development, while contributing to the wider pastoral and co‑curricular life of the school.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in‑person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/7236/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver inspiring and interactive Art lessons for primary‑aged students that support creativity and skill development.
• Plan and implement high‑quality schemes of work aligned with the school’s curriculum.
• Assess, track, and report on student progress, ensuring strong artistic development.
• Create a supportive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Contribute to pastoral duties and the holistic well‑being of students.
• Use ICT and other resources effectively to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to promote best practice and consistency.
• Participate in co‑curricular activities, clubs, and school events as part of community life.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• A recognized teaching qualification (BEd, PGCE, or equivalent) and a degree in Art, Design, or a relevant field.
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for teaching Art.
• Strong classroom practice and the ability to engage and inspire young learners.
• Outstanding organisational and planning skills.
• A positive, flexible attitude and openness to innovation and development.
• Experience teaching in international schools or familiarity with the Cambridge Primary curriculum (highly desirable).

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.