SEMH Art Teacher

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEMH provision in Leeds for an experienced KS4 Art Teacher to work on a part-time, temporary basis (Monday to Wednesday).

This role is ideal for a creative and adaptable teacher with proven experience teaching Art at GCSE level, who is confident supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs in a specialist education setting.

The Role

• Deliver engaging and differentiated GCSE Art lessons to KS4 pupils
• Plan and adapt schemes of work to meet individual learning, emotional, and behavioural needs
• Use creative teaching approaches to support engagement, self-expression, and emotional regulation
• Establish a calm, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Work collaboratively with support staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/QTLS) or relevant teaching experience
• Essential: Experience teaching Art at GCSE level
• Previous experience working within SEMH, SEND, alternative provision, PRU, or similar settings
• Confident behaviour management skills using trauma-informed and restorative approaches
• Patient, resilient, and passionate about supporting vulnerable learners

What’s On Offer

• Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience
• Consistent part-time work (Monday–Wednesday)
• Small class sizes with additional classroom support
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through creative, relationship-led teaching

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