Art Teacher / Lead Art Teacher in Cheadle

As one of the UK’s leading employers, we believe in putting people at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking an experienced Art Teacher to join Inscape House School, a non‐maintained ASC specialist setting for children and young people aged 5 to 19. The school is part of the Together Trust, a charity that has been providing care, education and support across the North West since 1870.

Key Details

• Hours: 37.5 hours, 52 weeks
• Location: Inscape House School, Cheadle
• Salary: Grade 3 – £36,040 | Grade 4 – £43,150 | Grade 5 – £49,943
• Start Date: January 2027

Responsibilities

• Teach art across key stages 1–5, including entry level, art award, GCSE or A-level pathways where appropriate.
• Adapt teaching and resources to meet the needs of pupils with autism and associated learning, communication and sensory needs.
• Create a safe, structured and stimulating learning environment rooted in mutual respect and high expectations.
• Inspire, motivate and challenge pupils academically, socially and creatively, supporting confidence, independence and self‐belief.
• Promote strong progress and outcomes through high‐quality teaching, subject knowledge and effective autism practice.
• Work collaboratively with the Therapy Team and wider multi‐disciplinary team to support progress towards EHCP outcomes.
• Maintain secure knowledge of the Art curriculum, including Entry Level, Arts Award, GCSE and A‐Level pathways where appropriate.
• Foster pupils’ interest, address misconceptions and support progression in subject knowledge and skills.
• Use autism‐specific strategies, such as TEACCH, SPELL and Attention Autism, to support access, engagement and independence.
• Promote curiosity, problem‐solving, communication and social interaction through well‐structured learning opportunities.
• Set homework or out‐of‐class activities where appropriate to consolidate and extend learning.
• Use appropriate communication strategies, including total communication and technology, with support from the SALT team where required.
• Share pupil‐centred feedback and relevant information with pupils, families, colleagues and external agencies, in line with consent, safeguarding and confidentiality requirements.

Grade 5 Responsibilities

• Lead the quality and consistency of Art teaching and learning across the school.
• Support Art colleagues to develop subject knowledge, pedagogy and effective practice.
• Set clear expectations for EAs’ contribution to pupils’ academic, social and personal development throughout the school day.
• Manage EAs effectively, including expectations for punctuality, attendance, engagement and professional conduct.
• Support and develop Art colleagues, which may include acting as an ECT tutor or mentor.
• Line manage staff in line with Trust policy, supporting, challenging and developing them to maintain accountability.
• Contribute to relevant meetings, agendas and strategic planning as required by the Deputy Head or Headteacher.

Grade 4 Responsibilities

• Complete relevant HR processes for EAs, including return‐to‐work meetings, supervision, professional development reviews and performance management.
• Address underperformance promptly, completing required paperwork and involving the Deputy Head where concerns persist.
• Identify training needs for EAs and advise on relevant development opportunities, with approval from the Deputy Head or Headteacher.
• Develop schemes of work, resources and approaches that support high‐quality curriculum delivery.
• Manage the subject budget and ensure appropriate resources are available.
• Monitor and support progress in Art across the school.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Secondary teaching qualification with a specialism in Art.
• Evidence of recent relevant professional development.
• Experience of moderating and conducting GCSE Art examinations.
• Experience of successful work with pupils displaying behaviours that challenge.
• Commitment to the ethos, vision and values of the school and the Together Trust.
• Strong commitment to working co‐operatively with parents.
• Flexibility in dealing with changing circumstances.
• Ability to identify, clarify, prioritise and solve problems as they arise.
• Ability to use information technology to communicate with others, track academic progress and share planning and resources.
• Excellent knowledge of the Curriculum, including Entry Level, Arts Award, GCSE and A‐Level qualifications.
• Knowledge and understanding of current perspectives on autism spectrum conditions (ASC).
• Knowledge of approaches/methodologies that support children with autism, e.g. TEACCH, Attention Autism and SPELL.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and its demands on children with additional needs.

Benefits

• Eligible for Teachers’ Pension Scheme and its associated Death In Service benefit.
• Occupational sick pay and family‐friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
• Reward and Discount platform offering discounts at high‐street shops, travel, insurances, etc.
• Eligibility to apply for Blue Light card.
• Real living wage employer.
• Refer a friend scheme – rewarded for recommending a friend to work with us.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including apprenticeship qualifications.
• Long‐service awards including cash gifts and extra holiday.
• Promotion of Wellbeing across the organisation, including Mental Health First Aiders and free weekly yoga sessions in person or online.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for you and adults at your home.

Applications are very welcome from all, regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or socio‐economic background. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for disabled people. We positively encourage applications from those with lived experience. If there is any part of your lived experience you want to keep confidential in some way, please talk to the Recruitment or HR shared service teams and we will do what we can to support you.

Safeguarding checks will be undertaken for the successful candidate in line with our safer recruitment policy, including an Enhanced DBS check (at no cost to yourself). This role will involve regulated activity.