1:1 Art Therapy Tutor - Outreach Support

Prospero Teaching; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a creative and empathetic Art Therapy Tutor for a part-time outreach role. This position involves delivering tailored therapeutic education packages to children in Fareham, Gosport, and Waterlooville. The responsibility includes fostering a safe environment for emotional exploration and creative expression. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience supporting children with special educational needs. Additionally, they must be willing to undergo DBS checks and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding.

Benefits

Accredited CPD courses

Access to in-house Training and Development Team

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience working with children or young people in the UK.
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training.
• Willingness to apply for Enhanced Child Workforce DBS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke 1:1 therapeutic education packages.
• Create a nurturing space for emotional exploration.
• Support social interaction and reflective thinking.

Skills

Experience in art therapy

Support for SEN and SEMH needs

Emotional exploration techniques

Creative expression skills

Education

QTS, QTLS, PGCE or relevant Art Therapy qualification

Job description

Art Therapy Tutor – 1:1 Outreach Support (Fareham, Gosport & Waterlooville)

Prospero Teaching is seeking a creative, empathetic, and child‑centred Art Therapy Tutor to deliver bespoke 1:1 therapeutic education packages to young people across Fareham, Gosport, and Waterlooville who are currently unable to access mainstream education.

This outreach role is ideal for someone with experience in art therapy, expressive arts, or creative therapeutic education, who is passionate about supporting children and young people with SEN and SEMH needs. Your sessions will offer a safe, nurturing space where pupils can explore emotions, build coping strategies, develop self‑awareness, and grow in confidence through creative expression.

What the Sessions Aim to Support

• Emotional exploration, self‑regulation, and coping strategies
• Motivation to initiate and sustain social interaction
• Development of reflective thinking and problem‑solving skills

Creative Techniques May Include

• Colouring, collage, scribbling
• Drawing, finger painting, painting
• Photography, sculpting, mixed‑media activities

Contract / Position Details

Location: Fareham, Gosport & Waterlooville
Position: Art Therapy Tutor (1:1 Outreach)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: Part‑time (2-15 hours per week)
Session Length: 1-3 hours per session
Pay Rate: From £25 per hour
Duration: Dependent on each pupil's needs

Experience, Training & Qualifications

• QTS, QTLS, PGCE or a relevant Art Therapy qualification
• Minimum 6 months' experience working with children or young people in the UK
• Experience supporting SEN and SEMH needs
• Up‑to‑date Safeguarding training

Eligibility Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Two professional, child‑related references covering the last two years

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All successful applicants will be required to complete full safeguarding and vetting checks. Every adult working with children or vulnerable young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• Accredited CPD courses, including Safeguarding and Behaviour Management
• Access to our in‑house Training and Development Team