SEN Teacher

TeacherActive; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed Payment Scheme

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

TeacherActive Referral Scheme

Paid on PAYE basis

Job summary

TeacherActive is looking for a passionate SEN Art Teacher to join a supportive SEND school in Ipswich. This role offers part-time or full-time options and immediate start. Responsibilities include delivering engaging art lessons tailored to students with additional needs like ASD and ADHD, while collaborating with support staff to foster inclusive participation. Ideal candidates will have QTS, experience with SEND, and a strong commitment to safeguarding. Benefits include a dedicated support team, market-leading pay, and a referral scheme.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification.
• Experience working with children with SEND, ideally within a specialist setting.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and accessible art lessons tailored to pupils with additional needs.
• Work closely with support staff to ensure all students can participate and express themselves.

Skills

Experience working with children with SEND

Passion for art

Understanding of safeguarding

Patient and flexible approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

About the role

We are looking to appoint a passionate SEN Art Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive SEND school in Ipswich. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to express themselves creatively and develop both academically and personally.

The role can be part‑time or full‑time, with an immediate start. The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering engaging and accessible art lessons tailored to pupils with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH. You will work closely with support staff to ensure all students can participate, express themselves, and achieve positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant teaching qualification
• Experience working with children with SEND, ideally within a specialist setting
• A passion for art and creative expression as a tool for learning and development
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• A patient, flexible, and empathetic approach

Benefits

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply)
• CPD courses and certificates as part of the My‑Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Staff paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of tax and National Insurance without admin charges coming out of your hard‑earned cash.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer.