Job Details
Job Title: Creative Arts and Textiles Tutor
Location: Syon Manor College, Isleworth, London, TW7 5AJ
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary: Up to £46,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent – Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Inspire. Innovate. Transform. Are you passionate about sparking creativity, nurturing talent and bringing hands‑on learning to life? Do you thrive in environments where every day is different, every student matters, and your own creativity can flourish too? If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team. We’re looking for a dynamic Creative Arts & Textiles Tutor who can deliver exciting, practical and forward‑thinking learning experiences. You’ll help students explore everything from textiles and graphics to smart materials, CAD/CAM, photography, animation and more — all while developing your own skills along the way.
Responsibilities
* Design and deliver a vibrant curriculum full of practical, engaging and varied techniques
* Inspire students through hands‑on sessions, small‑group teaching and personalised learning
* Support young people as they prepare for creative, practical and supported‑internship pathways
* Monitor progress, celebrate achievements and help students grow in confidence and independence
* Work collaboratively with a passionate team to develop subject knowledge and best practice
* Create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment where creativity can thrive
* Contribute to individual education plans, behaviour plans and holistic student support
* Promote positive behaviour, self‑regulation and personal development
* Communicate effectively with care staff, colleagues and stakeholders to ensure consistency
* Maintain high standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and professional practice
Qualifications
* A love for creativity, craft and hands‑on learning
* A willingness to explore new materials, technologies and techniques
* The ability to engage, motivate and inspire diverse learners
* Strong organisational skills and a commitment to high‑quality teaching
* A collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous development
* Driving licence is desirable
* Teaching qualification/working words is desirable
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
* Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health support and physical health checks
* Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
* Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* Hundreds of UK and international discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
About Us
Syon Manor College is an independent provider of high‑quality learning and skills for young people with autism and complex needs aged 16–25. We operate across three London sites – Isleworth, Hillingdon, and Uxbridge – delivering personalised education and support in an autism‑specific environment.
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