Art Teacher

• PRU/SEMH School
• Full time
• Term time only
• Art Teacher

Are you a creative, passionate Art Teacher who thrives in nurturing the talents of students who think differently?

This School is a specialist Pupil Referral Unit in Brent, supporting young people who have experienced barriers to learning in mainstream education. The School provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where students are empowered to re-engage with learning and build confidence through creativity.

They are currently seeking a dedicated Art Teacher who can bring energy, empathy, and innovation to their small but committed team.

The role

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive Art lessons across KS3 and KS4

• Adapt teaching strategies to meet a range of learning needs, including SEMH, Autism, and ADHD

• Foster creativity and self-expression in students, helping them build confidence and resilience

• Plan and deliver lessons that align with curriculum expectations while also supporting emotional development

• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, and pastoral staff to ensure students are fully supported

• Contribute to a positive and restorative school culture where every child feels valued

They role requires

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS)

• Experience teaching Art in mainstream or alternative provisions

• A calm, patient, and creative teaching style

• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills, particularly in SEMH settings

• A passion for helping vulnerable young people reach their potential

The School

This School is welcoming and has an inclusive working environment. There are small class sizes with excellent support from experienced staff. You get ongoing CPD and training opportunities tailored to SEMH practice and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people. There is a strong, supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.