Art & Design Teacher
- Princes Risborough
- Permanent
Full Job Description
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Job Title: Art & Design Teacher
Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
At Red Kite School, creativity is more than a subject. It's a powerful way for our students to express themselves, build confidence and experience success.
We're looking for a passionate and innovative Art & Design Teacher to inspire students through creative, hands-on learning. You'll help young people develop artistic skills, explore their talents and gain the confidence to overcome barriers to learning.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of students with additional needs, supporting them to achieve outcomes they may never have thought possible. Whether you're an experienced Art Teacher or a creative educator looking for a role with greater purpose and impact, you'll find a supportive environment where your work truly matters.
While Art will be your primary focus, there is also scope to incorporate design, craft, DT and practical creative projects into the curriculum, allowing students to develop a wider range of skills through designing, creating and making. This creates an exciting opportunity for teachers who enjoy delivering varied, hands-on learning experiences and bringing creativity to life in different ways.
What you will be doing
- Deliver engaging Art lessons that encourage creativity, self-expression and participation.
- Inspire students through a range of artistic techniques, materials and creative projects.
- Incorporate design, craft and practical making activities where appropriate to enrich learning experiences.
- Adapt learning to meet individual needs, abilities and interests.
- Build positive, trusting relationships that support student confidence and engagement.
- Track progress, celebrate achievements and help students reach meaningful goals.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and specialists to support the best outcomes for students.
What you will bring
- QTS or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Experience teaching Art or a related creative subject.
- An interest in design, craft, DT or practical creative projects would be advantageous.
- A passion for inspiring young people through creative learning.
- The ability to adapt teaching approaches to meet diverse SEND needs.
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
- A patient, resilient and positive approach.
- A commitment to helping every student achieve their potential.
This role would suit an Art Teacher who enjoys delivering creative, practical learning and wants the flexibility to incorporate wider creative disciplines, helping students discover their strengths and experience success both in and beyond the classroom.
About Us
Red Kite School is an independent special school for up to 60 young people aged 11–18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
Opened in September 2024, the school is located in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire. We provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where every young person is understood, valued and encouraged to thrive.
Our experienced team creates a calm, structured environment where students build confidence, resilience and achieve positive outcomes through personalised learning, high expectations and strong relationships.
Our curriculum develops the knowledge, emotional resilience, social communication and life skills students need to succeed in education, their communities and beyond, helping every young person become a confident learner, responsible citizen and prepared for their future.
At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity.
We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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