Art & Design Teacher for SEMH & Alternative Provision

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE pay package

CPD courses access

Lancashire support

Dedicated consultants

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with an Alternative Provision in Blackpool to recruit an Art & Design Teacher to support Key Stage 3 and 4 students with SEMH needs.

You will plan engaging, inclusive lessons for small groups, adapt the curriculum for SEBD learners, and work with the AP team to monitor progress while maintaining a safe, creative studio environment that fosters self-expression and resilience.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant degree in Fine Art, Art & Design or related subject with QTS/QTLS or proven experience as Unqualified Teacher/Vocational Instructor.
• Experience in Alternative Provision, SEN settings, or challenging classrooms is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS check (Update Service) preferred or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver inclusive Art and Design lessons for small groups.
• Adapt curriculum for SEBD/SEMH learners to support engagement.
• Foster a safe, structured studio environment and encourage self-expression.
• Track progress, manage behaviour with positive strategies, build rapport with vulnerable youths.
• Collaborate with AP team, SENCOs, and Tradewind consultants for holistic development.

Skills

Behaviour management

Emotional resilience

Patience

Empathy with students

Education

Degree in Fine Art / Art & Design

QTS / QTLS or relevant experience

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment is partnering with an Alternative Provision in Blackpool to recruit an Art & Design Teacher to support Key Stage 3 and 4 students with SEMH needs.

You will plan engaging, inclusive lessons for small groups, adapt the curriculum for SEBD learners, and work with the AP team to monitor progress while maintaining a safe, creative studio environment that fosters self-expression and resilience.