Art Teacher

NORTON COLLEGE; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist independent education provider in Gloucester is seeking an inspiring Art Tutor for maternity cover to engage pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. The role involves leading Art teaching, collaborating on curriculum development, and providing ongoing support to enhance pupil confidence and skills. This fixed-term position offers 37.5 hours per week, from January 2026 until the end of December 2026, term time only. A commitment to safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for empowering pupils with SEMH needs.
• Ability to lead high-quality Art teaching.
• Commitment to continuous curriculum improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, high‑quality Art teaching across the school.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to strengthen the Art curriculum.
• Provide support and guidance to pupils, enhancing their confidence and skills.

Skills

Engaging teaching

Curriculum development

Support for SEMH needs

Training and guidance

Job description

Job Summary

We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance! Job Title: Art Tutor - Maternity Cover Location: Norton College, Tewkesbury, GL20 8UQ. Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday‑Friday. Contract: Fixed Term until 31st December 2026, Term Time Only. Start: January 2026.

At Norton College, we’re seeking an inspiring Art Tutor who is passionate about empowering pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to achieve more than they ever imagined. This isn't just another teaching job – it's a chance to make real, lasting impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging, high‑quality Art teaching across the school.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to develop and strengthen the Art curriculum.
• Teach across a range of qualification pathways to support pupil achievement.
• Continuously review and refine curriculum content to keep it challenging, inspiring and personalised.
• Provide ongoing support, training and guidance to pupils, watching them grow in confidence, resilience and skill.

About Norton College

Norton College is a specialist independent provider for secondary students aged 11‑19 in Worcester and Tewkesbury. The college aims to positively support young people who have a range of complex learning needs through vocational courses and bespoke learning packages. We are part of Acorn Education, the UK's leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.