Art Teacher

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you believe in the power of creativity to inspire, connect, and transform? We are looking for a dedicated Art Teacher to join a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) provision, where your work will directly contribute to the growth and development of children who need it most.

About Our School

The school provides a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment for young people with SEMH needs. With small class sizes and high levels of support, they deliver personalised learning pathways that are rooted in the Preparing for Adulthood curriculum. Their aim is not only to educate, but to empower – helping the students to build resilience, develop self-belief, and achieve their potential in all areas of life.

The core values of equity, resilience, and togetherness underpin everything they do.

The Role:

We are seeking an Art Teacher who can deliver engaging, creative, and high-quality lessons while understanding and supporting the individual needs of the pupils. You do not need previous experience in an SEMH setting, but you must bring empathy, patience, adaptability, and a genuine desire to support children with high needs and challenging behaviours.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a rich, creative Art curriculum tailored to learners across key stages.
• Create a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support students in developing their social, emotional, and behavioural skills through creative expression.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address students’ barriers to learning and personal development.
• Contribute to enrichment opportunities beyond the classroom that support independence, community inclusion, health, and employability.

About You

You will be:

• A qualified teacher or holder of an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Able to deliver consistently high-quality teaching and learning in Art across key stages.
• Committed to meeting the needs of vulnerable learners, including pupils with SEND, those in care, and those with significant emotional or behavioural challenges.
• A reflective practitioner, resilient and passionate about inclusive education.
• A team player who values collaboration, communication, and the development of positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Open to continuous professional development and empowered to develop your practice.

If you are ready to inspire creativity and confidence in young people who need it most, we’d love to hear from you.

If you refer a teacher to us,  you will receive a £500. 

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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