Interim Art Teacher

Interim Art Teacher (short-term: April–October 2026)

Salary: M1 (£32,916 – M6 (£45,350) plus SEN allowance £2,786 Salary agreed depending on experience

Contract: Fixed-term, full-time (April–October 2026)

Start: 13th April 2026

Location: Olsen House School, Merseyside

Our vision

At Olsen House School, our vision is simple: Dream • Believe • Achieve.

As a specialist ASD/SEMH school, we want every student to dream about their future, believe in themselves, and achieve outcomes that prepare them for life beyond school. This vision is underpinned by our values: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired, which shape our relationships, our teaching and our leadership.

About Olsen House School

Olsen House School is a specialist setting for students with Education, Health and Care Plans, with a core focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and associated social, emotional and mental health needs. Many of our students have experienced barriers to learning or disruption to their education, and we respond with calm, structured, autism-responsive practice and exceptionally strong relationships.

We believe that students thrive when adults lead with kindness, hold ambitious expectations and inspire confidence and curiosity.

The opportunity

We are seeking an excellent Interim Art & Design Teacher to join us from April to October 2026, providing high-quality, consistent teaching during a fixed-term period.

You will:

• Teach Art & Design across KS3–KS4 (as required by timetable), using clear routines and strong classroom practice.
• Plan and deliver a well-sequenced curriculum that builds skills in drawing, painting, mixed media and creative outcomes.
• Model techniques explicitly and scaffold tasks so students can work with increasing independence.
• Use assessment and feedback to secure progress over a short time frame.
• Work effectively with support staff to reduce barriers, support regulation and strengthen engagement

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a strong classroom practitioner with a calm, consistent approach.
• Can adapt teaching for autistic students through structure, predictability and supported independence.
• Has high expectations and is values-led: Be Kind, Be Ambitious, Be Inspired.
• Is committed to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary (MPS) + SEN1 Allowance
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Supportive, visible leadership and strong staff support systems
• Workload-aware culture and high-quality CPD

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Visit us

We welcome candidates who would like to visit the school before applying.

Please contact: Karen Horocks (Office Manager) Tel - 0151 924 0234, email olsenhouse@kedlestongroup.com to arrange a visit.

How to apply

Submit your application to us by 13th March 2026

Interviews: 16th March 2026

Start date:13th April 2026 (fixed-term to October 2026)

Kedleston Group Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You will be expected to engage in annual safeguarding training, be familiar with key policies and ensure you know the steps to take should you be made aware of a safeguarding or child protection concern. You will remain vigilant and act swiftly if you have concerns about a child and be an appropriate role model for both children and colleagues at all times.

The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We will ask you to complete a criminal self-declaration form, and we will conduct online searches for information that is publicly available. We are disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you! Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.

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