Creative Arts Teacher

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Creative Arts Teacher to join our committed and collaborative team. This is a one-year fixed-term position covering maternity leave from March 2027 to March 2028. This is an exciting opportunity for a practitioner who is passionate about unlocking potential through creativity and who can engage, motivate and inspire pupils through meaningful, personalised learning experiences across pathways. Working within our Trauma-Informed Schools approach and NAS accredited provision, the successful candidate will deliver a broad and ambitious Creative Arts curriculum that promotes communication, emotional wellbeing, self-expression, independence and preparation for adulthood. They will also support pupils to celebrate their achievements through Arts Award accreditation, performances, exhibitions and enrichment opportunities.

About the school:

Tor View School is a very special school that enables young people with with Autism, trauma related interruptions, communication needs and learning difficulties to access an appropriate curriculum in a wonderful environment in the heart of Devon. With typical class sizes of 4 we are able to provide the care, attention, time and dedication to all of the young people to enable them to access education and reach their individual goals and aspirations.

We have been rated as ‘Good’ overall and ‘Outstanding’ in the assessment categories ‘Behaviour and attitudes’, ‘Personal development’ and ‘Leadership and management’ by Ofsted.

In the recent Ofsted report, inspectors said: ‘Pupils shine at this happy and effective school. They feel valued and safe because staff understand their needs and how to meet them. Staff promote positive relationships very effectively. They secure a holistic view of pupils needs and challenges. This helps ensure that pupils benefit from tailored, personalised programmes of study.’

The successful candidate will:

• Design and deliver an engaging and aspirational Creative Arts curriculum that inspires pupils to develop confidence, creativity and self-belief

• Teach Creative Arts across our pathways (Informal, Semi Formal & Formal), adapting learning to meet individual needs, interests and EHCP outcomes

• Provide opportunities for pupils to explore a range of creative disciplines, including art, music, media and performance

• Support pupils to achieve Arts Award accreditation (where appropriate) and celebrate their creative achievements through exhibitions, performances and enrichment opportunities

• Plan innovative and meaningful learning experiences that promote communication, emotional regulation, resilience and independence

• Use assessment effectively to recognise progress, inform next steps and support positive outcomes for every pupil

• Create a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where all pupils feel safe, valued and successful

• Work collaboratively with therapists, families and multidisciplinary colleagues to support pupils' holistic development

• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Creative Arts curriculum and wider opportunities that prepare pupils for their futures

The candidate will have:

• QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification

• Experience of delivering Creative Arts education

• The ability to adapt teaching for pupils with SEND, including autism and complex needs

• A commitment to trauma-informed, relationship-based practice

• Experience of, or willingness to deliver, Arts Award accreditation

• Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Our Benefits Include:

• Exclusive access to a reward and discount scheme

• Blue Light Card

• Comprehensive induction programme

• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

• Teacher Pension Scheme

• Fully funded enhanced DBS

• Wellbeing support

If you would like an informal chat about this exciting role, or to organise a visit, please give Robyn a call on 07720891703 or email robynhill@aspris.com

If you want to progress your career within Education, Aspris Children’s Services will help you get there.

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.