Graduate Trainee Art Teacher
Salford Secondary School
Earn up to £26,000 | Gain QTS in One Year | Graduate Trainee Art Teacher route

Are you completing or have recently completed a degree in Art, Fine Art, or a related subject, and interested in a rewarding career in education?

Do you want to train as an Art Teacher—with a focus on nutrition, food, and wellbeing—within a vibrant and innovative Salford secondary school?

Would you value a fully supported route to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with expert mentorship and a salaried placement?

Train to Teach – Graduate Trainee Art Teacher Programme

An outstanding Salford secondary school is offering an exciting salaried position for a Graduate Trainee Art Teacher to join their Design & Technology faculty in September 2025. This role is ideal for graduates with a background in Art, Fine Art, or a similar creative field, who are passionate about promoting food education and wellbeing.

You’ll earn up to £26,000 while training and gain QTS by July 2026—all within a highly supportive and forward-thinking school.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ to begin your journey as a Graduate Trainee Art Teacher!

Why This School?

This Salford school is known for its dynamic, inclusive ethos and commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. The curriculum in food, health, and creative education is engaging, hands-on, and relevant. Staff development is a top priority, with experienced mentors and cutting-edge facilities available to help you succeed.

Candidate Criteria – What We’re Looking For in this Graduate Art Trainee Teacher:

• Predicted or achieved 2:1 or above in Art, Fine Art, or a closely related subject
• Passionate about education, nutrition, and student wellbeing
• Resilient, adaptable, and eager to develop as an educator
• Available to start full-time in September 2025 (early starts possible)
• Committed to a school-based training model: 4 days in school, 1 day remote learning
• Keen to build real classroom experience and grow within a structured, mentored environment

What You’ll Gain as a Graduate Trainee Art Teacher:

• Long-term, full-time Graduate Trainee Art Teacher
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) by summer 2026
• Weekly support from expert mentors and trainers
• Minimal academic coursework – focus on practical classroom training
• Access to modern facilities and strong peer support
• A clear route into a long-term teaching career

From lesson planning to classroom delivery, your responsibilities will grow steadily throughout the year—equipping you with the confidence and capability to lead your own classes by the end of the Graduate Trainee Art Teacher programme.

If you’re looking for a meaningful and creative career where you can inspire the next generation through food, art, and health education, this is your opportunity.

Apply now to join the team as a Graduate Trainee Art Teacher at this outstanding Salford secondary school.

Graduate Trainee Art Teacher | Salford| £26,000 | QTS in 1 Year

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