Art Teacher

Art Teacher - SEN School

Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-Time

Are you a passionate and qualified Art Teacher looking for a rewarding role where your creativity can genuinely transform young lives?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Art Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive SEN School in Colchester, Essex. This is an exciting opportunity to work with students who have a range of additional needs, helping them build confidence, express themselves creatively, and achieve their individual potential through art.

As an Art Teacher, you will:

· Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Art lessons tailored to students' individual learning needs.
· Inspire pupils to explore their creativity through a variety of artistic mediums and techniques.
· Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
· Support students with Special Educational Needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and associated learning difficulties.
· Monitor and assess student progress, celebrating achievements and encouraging personal development.
· Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and other professionals to provide holistic support for learners.

The Ideal Candidate

· Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
· Has experience teaching Art within a secondary school, SEN setting, or alternative provision.
· Is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
· Possesses excellent communication and classroom management skills.
· Is creative, adaptable, patient, and resilient.
· Has a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for pupils with SEN.

What We Offer

· A supportive and experienced leadership team.
· Opportunities for professional development and specialist SEN training.
· Smaller class sizes, allowing you to focus on individual student progress.
· A rewarding and fulfilling career where you can make a real difference every day.
· Competitive salary and benefits package.

Apply Today

If you are an inspirational Art Teacher looking to take the next step in your career and become part of a dedicated team committed to changing lives through education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more about this exciting opportunity in Colchester, Essex.

Safeguarding Statement:

This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.