Art Therapist

SMART Education Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A trusted recruitment agency is looking for a passionate Art Therapist to support emotional wellbeing in schools across Teesside. You will deliver art therapy sessions, help students express emotions, and collaborate with educational staff. Qualified Art Therapists with experience in therapeutic or educational settings are encouraged to apply. This role offers competitive daily pay and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay (£100-£150)

FREE access to ongoing CPD and skills training

Holiday pay entitlement

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months' UK experience in educational, therapeutic, or childcare settings.
• Experience working with children or young people in a school, SEN, or therapeutic setting.
• Enhanced DBS (Child or Child & Adult Workforce), or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group art therapy sessions tailored to students' needs.
• Support students to explore feelings and improve self-esteem through creative activities.
• Monitor and document student progress and outcomes.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Solution-focused mindset

Education

Qualified and registered Art Therapist (HCPC or equivalent)

Job description

Support Emotional Wellbeing. Inspire Creativity. Make a Lasting Impact.

Do you have a passion for helping young people express themselves through creativity?

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can use art to support emotional wellbeing and personal development?

Smart Education is currently recruiting a dedicated Art Therapist to work across schools and specialist settings in the Teesside area. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative professional who wants to help children and young people explore emotions, build confidence, and develop coping strategies through artistic expression.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering individual and group art therapy sessions tailored to students' emotional and psychological needs
• Supporting students to explore feelings, reduce anxiety, and improve self-esteem through creative activities
• Collaborating with teachers, SEND teams, and pastoral staff to integrate therapeutic support into school life
• Monitoring and documenting student progress and outcomes
• Creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all students
• Providing guidance to staff and parents on using art‑based interventions to support emotional wellbeing

Who We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 6 months' UK experience in an educational, therapeutic, or childcare setting - essential
• Qualified and registered Art Therapist (HCPC or equivalent)
• Experience working with children or young people in a school, SEN, or therapeutic setting
• Strong communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt therapy approaches to individual student needs
• Professional, reliable, and solution‑focused mindset
• Enhanced DBS (Child or Child & Adult Workforce), or willingness to apply

What You'll Get in Return:

• Competitive daily pay (£100- £150, depending on experience)
• FREE access to ongoing CPD and skills training
• Holiday pay entitlement
• Support and guidance from a dedicated consultant familiar with your local schools
• Opportunities to work across a variety of supportive mainstream and SEN schools in Teesside

About Smart Education:

Smart Education is a trusted recruitment agency with over a decade of experience placing exceptional support staff and therapists into schools that value their expertise. We are committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and supporting student wellbeing.

If you're passionate about using art to help children thrive emotionally and academically, apply today and join the Smart Education family.