SEMH Art Teacher

Permanent Teacher of Art - SEMH School

Location: Bolton Salary: MPS/UPS - Paid to scale, dependent on experience Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Start Date: January 2027

Spencer Clarke Group are working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive SEMH school in Bolton to recruit a dedicated Teacher of Art to join their team on a permanent basis from January 2027.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Art Teacher to work in a nurturing specialist setting, where small class sizes allow you to build strong relationships with pupils and provide truly personalised support.

With class sizes of no more than five pupils, you will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people who may have experienced barriers to learning.

The Role

As the school's Art Teacher, you will:

Deliver engaging, creative and differentiated Art lessons across KS3 and KS4.

Plan, prepare and assess lessons around individual pupil needs.

Support pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

Encourage creativity, self-expression and exploration through a range of artistic techniques and mediums.

Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

Encourage engagement, confidence and personal development through creative learning.

Work closely with Teaching Assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team.

Create a structured, positive and inclusive learning environment.

Adapt your teaching to ensure every pupil can access and succeed in Art.

Support pupils in developing their confidence, independence and wider learning skills.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally have:

QTS or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

Experience teaching Art at secondary level.

A strong subject knowledge and passion for Art and creative education.

A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs.

Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.

A patient, resilient and flexible approach.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Previous experience within an SEMH, SEND or alternative provision setting would be desirable but is not essential.

Why Apply?

Permanent, full-time position from January 2027.

MPS/UPS - paid to scale, dependent on experience.

Very small class sizes of maximum five pupils.

Supportive leadership team focused on staff wellbeing.

Opportunity to develop your experience within specialist education.

A rewarding role where you can use creativity to engage and inspire pupils.

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

The school is looking to interview suitable candidates over the coming weeks, so early applications are encouraged.

Application Requirements

Enhanced DBS Disclosure and professional reference checks will be required.

Overseas Police Clearances may be required where applicable.

CVs should cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, with any employment gaps explained.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Successful candidates will be required to attend an interview and complete the school's safer recruitment process.

If you're an enthusiastic Art Teacher looking for a rewarding permanent opportunity within a supportive SEMH setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for interview