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.