SEND Arts Lead

SEND Arts Lead – Inspire Creativity at Dovecote School

Are you a passionate arts educator who believes in the power of creativity to transform lives? Do you want to lead an innovative arts curriculum that makes a real difference to students with SEN? If so, Dovecote School is looking for an Arts Lead to join our team.

Job Title: Arts Lead

Location: Shapwick, Bridgwater

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £33,000.00 - £47,870.00

Why Choose Dovecote School?

Dovecote School is an independent SEN school committed to inclusion, creativity, and student well-being. We provide an engaging and supportive learning environment for students with autism, PDA, trauma, and SEMH difficulties, helping them unlock their full potential through a specialist, student-led curriculum.

The Role:

As the Arts Lead, you will:

• Develop and deliver an engaging and inclusive arts curriculum for KS3 and KS4, spanning art, drama, and music.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support students with autism, PDA, trauma, ADHD, SELN, ASC and SEMH needs, ensuring accessibility for all.
• Lead and inspire a team of educators, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation.
• Work closely with staff, parents, and external arts organisations to provide students with exciting opportunities.
• Plan and oversee arts events, exhibitions, and community projects to showcase student talent.
• Ensure the arts curriculum is mapped across the school, embedding creativity into all areas of learning.
• Support students in achieving accredited qualifications in arts subjects, preparing them for future opportunities.

What We’re Looking For:

• A qualified teacher (QTS) with experience in special education.
• A passionate and innovative arts educator with experience in curriculum development.
• Someone with a strong understanding of differentiated teaching methods for students with SEN.
• A leader who can motivate and mentor staff to deliver high-quality creative learning experiences.
• A professional with excellent communication and collaboration skills, ready to work with multi-agency professionals, parents, and the wider community.

Why Work With Us?

• Small class sizes – allowing for a personalised and student-centred approach.
• A creative and flexible curriculum – where arts education is valued and celebrated.
• A supportive leadership team – committed to staff development and well-being.
• A close-knit school community – where you can see the real impact of your work every day.

Join Us and Make a Difference

If you are passionate about using the arts to empower students and want to be part of a school that truly values creativity, we’d love to hear from you.

Dovecote School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Be part of something special. Lead, inspire, and create at Dovecote School.