Creative Arts Instructor - Hands-on SEND Focus

The Watkin; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Watkin in Manchester’s Wythenshawe area seeks a dedicated Skills Instructor Creative Arts to deliver engaging, practical arts sessions for pupils with SEND. You will tailor activities to individual needs, helping students build creativity, confidence and practical skills in a supportive environment.

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above are expected, with a degree or vocational training in a related creative arts discipline considered advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND and secondary-aged pupils is essential.
• Ability to plan and deliver practical, hands-on arts sessions.
• Strong communication with pupils, families and professionals.
• Awareness of EHCP processes and learning plans.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, hands-on creative arts sessions for pupils with SEND.
• Adapt activities to meet varied abilities and meet individual learning goals and EHCP outcomes.
• Record progress and contribute to learning plans, EHCP reviews and assessments.
• Ensure materials and equipment are used safely and sessions are inclusive.

Skills

Creativity

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Personalised learning

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4+)

Degree in Creative Arts / SEND

Job description

The Watkin in Manchester’s Wythenshawe area seeks a dedicated Skills Instructor Creative Arts to deliver engaging, practical arts sessions for pupils with SEND. You will tailor activities to individual needs, helping students build creativity, confidence and practical skills in a supportive environment.

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above are expected, with a degree or vocational training in a related creative arts discipline considered advantageous.