Trainee Art Teacher

Town/City:Manchester

Salary/Rate:£20,000 - £25,000

County:Greater Manchester

Course:Phase 1

School Type:Secondary

Subject:Art

Job ref:SM-ART-AMCS

Post Date:30. 04. 2026

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Partnerships Co-ordinator

Shah Muzir

Partnerships Coordinator

02045822472

ShahM@grad2teach.ac.uk

About the Role

You will join a diverse and inclusive secondary school in Manchester, supporting a dynamic Art department that encourages creativity and self-expression. As a Phase One Trainee Teacher, you will begin by assisting experienced teachers and gradually develop your own teaching practice while completing your Level 4 qualification with Grad2Teach.

This graduate teaching role is part of the Grad2Teach salaried teacher training programme, giving you the opportunity to earn while you train and build the foundations for a successful teaching career.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the delivery of Art lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4
Assisting with preparation of materials, displays, and creative projects
Working with students to develop artistic techniques and confidence
Supporting lesson planning, marking, and assessment
Gradually taking on responsibility for leading lessons

This salaried teacher training opportunity in Manchester is ideal for aspiring Art teachers seeking hands-on experience.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and creative aspiring Art teacher ready to begin their journey into education.

You may be:

A graduate trainee with a degree in Art, Fine Art, Design, or a related subject
A future teacher with a passion for creativity and visual expression
A trainee educator who is enthusiastic, organised, and adaptable
Someone with experience working with young people or in a school setting (desirable)
A proactive individual seeking a salaried route into teaching

This role is ideal for those looking to train as an Art teacher in Manchester.

Training & Progression

Grad2Teach provides a clear and supportive pathway into teaching:

Phase One:
- Complete a Level 4 qualification in education and training
- Gain classroom experience in a secondary school in Manchester
- Receive mentoring aligned with the Core Content Framework (CCF) and Teaching Standards
Phase Two:
- Progress to more independent teaching responsibilities
- Work towards a PGCE with Coventry University
- Move towards achieving Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

This teacher training programme ensures you develop professionally while earning.

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