Art Instructor for Specialist School - Inspire Creativity

Outcomes First Group; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits (Vista)

Discounts (UK & international)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is seeking a passionate Art Instructor for Abbey Gardens, a brand-new specialist school in Bury St Edmunds. You will deliver engaging Art, Creative Arts and Design Tech activities for students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, supporting their confidence and life skills.

You will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, adapt activities to individual needs, and help create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment that promotes safeguarding and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Passion for art and creativity with ability to engage diverse learners.
• Experience in art, design, or related creative fields.
• Ability to support students with varied needs and build confidence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative Art, Creative Arts and DT sessions to individuals and small groups.
• Support students to build confidence, independence, communication and self-regulation skills.
• Create inspiring learning environments that encourage creativity and participation.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Monitor student progress and celebrate achievements.
• Support Food Technology sessions when required.
• Work with families and professionals to support student success.
• Contribute to a positive, safe and inclusive school culture.

Skills

Creative

Art

Design

Youth work

Community arts

Vocational education

Job description

Outcomes First Group is seeking a passionate Art Instructor for Abbey Gardens, a brand-new specialist school in Bury St Edmunds. You will deliver engaging Art, Creative Arts and Design Tech activities for students aged 11-16 with SEMH needs, supporting their confidence and life skills.

You will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, adapt activities to individual needs, and help create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment that promotes safeguarding and wellbeing.