Art Teacher – SEMH PRU School – Wembley
Start: ASAP
Salary: Paid to Scale
Philosophy Education is working in partnership with a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Wembley to recruit an inspiring Art Teacher to join their team.
The School
This is a supportive and forward-thinking SEMH PRU that caters for pupils aged 11–16 who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. The school provides a nurturing environment where creativity and personal growth are encouraged alongside academic achievement.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate Art Teacher who can engage and motivate pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will be responsible for planning and delivering a creative Art curriculum that helps pupils build confidence, develop practical skills, and express themselves in a safe and supportive setting.
* Delivering engaging Art lessons across KS3 and KS4
* Inspiring creativity and resilience in learners with diverse needs
* Differentiating lessons to meet a range of abilities and emotional needs
* Working closely with a strong team of teachers, support staff and therapists
* Contributing to a positive, inclusive and therapeutic learning environment
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant teaching qualification
* Experience teaching Art in a secondary setting (PRU/SEMH experience is an advantage but not essential)
* A creative, flexible and resilient approach to teaching
* Strong behaviour management skills and a nurturing attitude
* A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people
Why Apply?
* Join a dedicated and supportive school team
* Make a real difference in the lives of pupils who need it most
* Ongoing professional development and support from both the school and Philosophy Education
We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.