Job Description
Creative Arts Teaching Assistant - Hammersmith (Music, Drama & Art Focus)
A creative and forward-thinking secondary SEN provision in Hammersmith is seeking a Creative Arts Teaching Assistant to bring energy, expression, and imagination into the classroom.
This role is ideal for someone with a background in music, drama, or visual arts who wants to use creativity as a tool to engage learners with additional needs. Many pupils respond best through practical, sensory and performance-based activities-so your input will be central to their progress and confidence.
Your role will include:
- Supporting delivery of creative arts-based learning sessions
- Encouraging student participation in music, drama, and art activities
- Working 1:1 and in small groups to build confidence and communication
- Helping adapt creative projects to suit a range of learning needs
- Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation through structured creativity
Why this role stands out:
- Every day is different-no rigid teaching scripts
- Strong emphasis on creativity over traditional classroom methods
- Highly supportive SEN team and experienced teachers
- Excellent stepping stone into art therapy, teaching or SEN careers
We're looking for:
- Background or strong interest in creative arts (professional or academic)
- Experience working with young people (SEN experience preferred)
- A proactive, energetic and patient personality
- Confidence to lead or support group creative activities
