Art Teacher – SEN School – Croydon – April 2025 Start Location: Croydon Start Date: April 2025 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: MPS/UPS SEN Allowance (dependent on experience) Are you a creative and passionate Art Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a specialist educational setting ? A well-established SEN school in Croydon is seeking a dedicated Art Teacher to join their team in April 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your artistic talents to inspire and support students with Special Educational Needs, helping them express themselves and develop their creative skills in a nurturing environment. Why Join This SEN School? ✔ Specialist SEN Setting – Work with students with a range of needs, including autism, learning disabilities, and communication difficulties. ✔ Collaborative & Supportive Team – Join a passionate team of educators and support staff, working together to provide the best educational experience for each student. ✔ Creative Freedom – Bring your artistic vision to life and use your creativity to design engaging and inclusive lessons. ✔ Small Class Sizes – Provide individualised support to students, fostering their creativity in a focused and supportive environment. ✔ Personalised CPD – Access professional development opportunities tailored to your career growth in SEN education. ✔ Convenient Location – Based in Croydon, with great transport links and local amenities. Your Role as an Art Teacher: Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated Art lessons tailored to students with SEN. Support students in expressing themselves through art, using a variety of mediums and techniques to enhance their creativity. Develop a nurturing classroom environment where students feel safe, confident, and encouraged to explore their artistic talents. Work alongside the SENCO and teaching assistants to support students with individual needs, ensuring all students can access the curriculum. Track and assess students’ progress in the arts, adapting teaching methods to meet their needs and celebrate their achievements. Build strong relationships with students, parents, and carers to ensure a collaborative approach to learning. Encourage the development of students’ social, emotional, and cognitive skills through creative expression. Who We’re Looking For: ✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – Art or Creative Arts specialism preferred. ✅ Experience teaching Art at secondary level, ideally in an SEN setting. ✅ A creative, patient, and adaptable approach to teaching students with diverse needs. ✅ Knowledge of differentiated teaching, SEN best practices, and strategies for supporting students with a range of learning difficulties. ✅ Strong communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team. ✅ An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one). If you're an enthusiastic Art Teacher eager to make a meaningful impact in an SEN school setting, we would love to hear from you! Apply today by submitting your CV, and let’s discuss how you can inspire creativity in our students.