Art Teacher - New SEMH School

St Helens | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with an exciting new specialist SEMH school in St Helens to recruit a creative, compassionate and nurturing Art Teacher.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a new school supporting young people who experience social, emotional and mental health needs, particularly those who struggle with anxiety, low confidence and accessing mainstream education.

We are looking for a teacher who understands the importance of creativity as a tool for self-expression, confidence-building and emotional wellbeing. Someone who can inspire pupils, build trusting relationships and create a safe, welcoming environment where young people feel comfortable exploring their interests and developing new skills.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging Art lessons tailored to individual learning needs.

• Encourage creativity, self-expression and confidence through practical activities.

• Create a calm, supportive and nurturing classroom environment.

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils who may experience anxiety and low self-esteem.

• Adapt teaching approaches to ensure every pupil feels included and supported.

• Encourage pupils to explore different artistic techniques, materials and creative processes.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to promote pupils' emotional wellbeing and academic progress.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

• Experience teaching Art, ideally within secondary education.

• A naturally patient, empathetic and nurturing approach.

• An understanding of how anxiety and emotional wellbeing can impact learning.

• Passionate about using creativity to engage young people and help them overcome barriers to education.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to become part of a brand-new specialist school.

• Chance to help shape a positive and supportive learning environment from the beginning.

• A rewarding role where building confidence and relationships is just as important as academic progress.

• Long-term opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.

If you are a creative and passionate Art Teacher who believes every young person deserves to feel safe, understood and capable of achieving, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment.