A nurturing and highly specialist alternative provision in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a creative, calm, and resilient Art Teacher to join their committed team. The setting supports pupils who have been excluded, are at risk of exclusion, or require a highly personalised approach to learning due to SEMH, ASC, and additional complex needs.
This is a truly rewarding opportunity to inspire young people who thrive on practical, expressive learning and who benefit from a therapeutic, relationship-led approach.
About the Role
The Art Teacher will play a vital role in delivering a highly adapted curriculum, supporting learners in Hemel Hempstead who need consistency, creativity, and emotional support as much as academic progress.
You will:
Teach engaging, hands-on Art lessons across KS3-KS4, with occasional KS2 pathways.
Adapt content so every learner can achieve success, regardless of their starting point.
Use art as a therapeutic tool for emotional regulation, communication, and self-expression.
Support pupils with autism, sensory needs, SEMH, and behaviours that challenge.
Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, behaviour mentors, and therapists.
Build safe, structured routines where pupils can develop confidence and resilience.The School Environment
This alternative provision in Hemel Hempstead offers:
A specialist SEN setting with excellent creative resources and flexible learning spaces.
A strong, supportive senior leadership team and trauma-informed ethos.
Staff trained in autism support, restorative approaches, and therapeutic behaviour practices.
Small class sizes, high staffing ratios, and an approach focused on connection over correction.
A culture where creativity is celebrated and pupils are encouraged to "paint their own path."Salary and Benefits
MPS/UPS dependent on experience.
Additional SEN allowance included.
Continuous CPD in autism, SEMH, behaviour support, and therapeutic practice.
Supportive leadership and clear progression opportunities within alternative provision or wider SEN education.Ideal Candidate
The successful Art Teacher for this alternative provision in Hemel Hempsteadwill:
Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification.
Have experience or a strong passion for SEN, particularly autism and SEMH.
Remain calm, consistent, and confident in managing behaviour constructively.
Be committed to creative, meaningful, and alternative curriculum delivery.
Build strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable learners and celebrate every step of progress.If you're an inspiring Art Teacher ready to make a genuine impact in an alternative provision in Aylesbury, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us to find out more.
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Salary description
£36000.00 - £52000.00 per year