Simply Education is seeking a compassionate, creative, and dedicated Art & Design Teacher with SEN experience to join a specialist school supporting autistic pupils. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference-using creativity as a powerful tool to help students express themselves, build confidence, and engage with learning.
You will teach across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Sixth Form, delivering Art & Design in a way that is accessible, meaningful, and inspiring for learners with additional needs. Working within a highly supportive and forward-thinking environment, you will play a vital role in helping every student thrive both creatively and personally.
What You'll Be Doing
Teaching & Learning
- Deliver creative, engaging, and well-structured Art lessons to a diverse range of learners
- Adapt teaching to meet individual needs and ensure all students can succeed
- Use innovative approaches, including technology, to enhance learning
- Plan lessons that inspire curiosity, creativity, and independent thinking
- Assess student progress regularly and provide clear, constructive feedback
Student Progress & Support
- Monitor and track student progress using data to inform teaching
- Motivate and challenge students to achieve their best
- Support student's personal development as a mentor where appropriate
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment
Collaboration & Contribution
- Work closely with teaching assistants and support staff to enhance learning
- Engage with parents and carers to support student success
- Contribute to extracurricular activities and the wider school community
- Take part in professional development, coaching, and mentoring opportunities
- Support school improvement initiatives and uphold the school's ethos
Professional Responsibilities
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, attendance, and punctuality
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students
- Follow school policies, including safeguarding procedures, at all times
- Contribute positively to the life and culture of the school
Requirements:
- QTS/QTLS
- SEN experience - ideally ASD
- SEN qualification - preferred but not essential
Salary: MPS/UPS - DOE
Contract: Until August 2027 with a view to stay on depending on funding
If you are interested in this role, please contact Ioan on 0161 871 8274 or email
We look forward to hearing from you.