Art Therapist Tutor. Job in Bridport Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A well-known educational firm in Bridport seeks a part-time Art Tutor to support young learners with additional needs through creative art sessions. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working in UK schools and a background in art or art therapy. This role is focused on enhancing emotional well-being and engagement through individual or small group learning.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in UK schools (Tutor, Teacher, etc.).
• Experience working with learners with additional needs.
• Knowledge of Special Educational Needs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Knowledge of art-based approaches

Support for emotional well-being

Education

Background in art or art therapy

Job description

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.

About the Role:

You will 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)