Art Teacher

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference ANS/SEN/ART/CHIG_1779349202
Closing date June 20, 2026
Location Essex, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Art Teacher

Pay: £160 - £200 per day (DOE)

Mon-Fri, Daily Hours: 8:00 - 16:00 Full-time / Term time only Chigwell, Essex

About the Role

We are seeking a creative, patient, and passionate Art Teacher to join our dedicated team in a specialist school setting in Chigwell. This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about using art as a tool to engage, inspire, and support children and young people with Special Educational Needs.

You will play a key role in helping pupils express themselves creatively, build confidence, and develop their skills in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging and differentiated art lessons suited to a range of SEN needs
  • Support pupils in developing creative, social, and emotional skills through art
  • Create a positive, nurturing classroom environment where all students feel valued
  • Adapt teaching methods and resources to meet individual learning needs
  • Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and support staff
  • Monitor and track pupil progress, providing feedback where appropriate
  • Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing in line with school policies
  • Ensure safeguarding and health & safety procedures are always followed

    • Requirements

  • A genuine passion for art and working with children with Special Educational Needs
  • Previous experience working in an SEN setting (desirable but not essential)
  • A patient, calm, and flexible approach
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to engage and motivate students of varying abilities
  • Relevant teaching experience or art-based background (preferred)
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

    • Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives
  • Supportive and welcoming school environment
  • Creative and rewarding teaching opportunity
  • Potential for long-term or permanent role

    • If you're interested in this Art Teacher role, please contact Aaron Nacey-Smart at Veritas Education.

    APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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