Art Therapist Tutor

Prospero Teaching; Bridport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local teaching agency is seeking a part-time Art Therapy Tutor to work with young people in Bridport. The role involves delivering creative sessions to students with additional needs, aiming to build confidence through art. Candidates should have at least a year of experience in relevant educational roles and a background in art or therapy. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to make a significant impact on learners' lives.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in UK schools in relevant roles.
• Hold right to work in the UK and have an enhanced DBS certificate.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver tailored art-based sessions.
• Support emotional well-being and encourage positive engagement.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups with learners.

Skills

Experience in art therapy or related fields

Ability to support learners with additional needs

Strong communication skills

Job description

About the Role

Prospero Teaching have exciting opportunities for Art Therapy Tutors to work with young people in the Bridport area. If you have a passion for art and experience supporting learners with additional needs, this could be the perfect role for you.

You'll deliver engaging, creative sessions to young people who may have additional needs such as:

• SEN (Special Educational Needs)
• SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health)
• Trauma
• At risk of PEX (Permanent Exclusion)

Your work will make a real difference, helping learners build confidence and develop skills through art-based approaches.

About you

• At least 1 year of experience in UK schools in roles such as Tutor, Teacher, Cover Supervisor, Teaching Assistant, ELSA, 1:1 support, Art Teacher, Art Therapist, Counsellor and so on.
• A background in art, art therapy, or related fields
• Experience working with learners with additional needs

As a Tutor, You Will

• Plan and deliver tailored art-based sessions to meet individual learning needs
• Support emotional well-being and encourage positive engagement
• Work 1:1 or in small groups with learners who may have complex needs
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and creative learning environment

Position - Art Tutor

Contract or position start date - ASAP

Contract or position end date (if applicable) - N/A

Full time/part-time - Part Time

Hours - Various

Essential & Desirable Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young people

To be eligible for this role through Prospero teaching, you must

• Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide references upon request
• Possess up to date Safeguarding Training (or a willingness to undertake this)