Art Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Warrington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique SEMH Forest School in Warrington is seeking a passionate Art Teacher to inspire students through creativity and nature. With a focus on art, therapeutic education, and holistic learning, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact on young people's lives. Start in September 2025.

Benefits

Small supportive class sizes

Calm outdoor setting

Extensive CPD and support

Creative emphasis on mental health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience with SEMH, SEN, or alternative education settings.
• Nurturing, trauma-informed approach.
• Passion for outdoor learning and holistic education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a creative art curriculum and support emotional regulation.
• Teach small groups with varied and complex needs.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Skills

Emotional regulation

Creativity

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS)

Art specialism

Job description

Are you a passionate Art Teacher ready for a truly rewarding challenge this September? We're working on behalf of a unique, nurturing SEMH Forest School in Warrington, seeking a dedicated and creative educator to join their team.

This is more than a teaching role - it's a chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people through art, nature, and therapeutic education.

This specialist provision supports children and young people aged 7-16 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Set in a peaceful, woodland environment, the school takes an outdoor, holistic approach to learning, combining academic teaching with forest school principles and therapeutic support.

As the Art Teacher, you will:

• Deliver a rich, inclusive and creative art curriculum

• Use both classroom and outdoor environments to inspire artistic exploration

• Support emotional regulation and confidence-building through creativity

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including therapeutic and forest school staff

• Teach small groups (typically 4-6 pupils) with varied and often complex needs

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) - ideally with an Art specialism

• Experience with SEMH, SEN, or alternative education settings

• A nurturing, trauma-informed, and resilient approach

• Passion for outdoor learning, creative arts, and holistic education

• Strong behaviour management and the ability to build trusting relationships

• Small, supportive class sizes

• A calm and therapeutic outdoor setting

• Emphasis on creativity, mental health, and student wellbeing

• Extensive CPD and support from a highly experienced team

• A genuinely rewarding teaching environment

Start Date: September 2025
Location: Warrington
Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent or Long-Term
Salary: Competitive (based on experience) + SEN allowance

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