Art and DT Teacher

At OFG we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work Job Title: Art and DT Teacher Location: Bluebank School, Whittington Moor, Derbyshire, S41 8LQ Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.00pm Salary: £39,000 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role Do you believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive? Are you passionate about using creativity and practical learning to unlock potential? We're looking for an enthusiastic and resilient Art & Design Technology Teacher to join our dedicated team, delivering engaging, personalised learning for pupils with additional needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young people through creative expression while making a genuine difference to their lives. You'll create a nurturing, inclusive classroom where pupils feel safe, valued and motivated to achieve their very best. Whether designing exciting art projects or delivering practical DT lessons, you'll help develop confidence, independence and essential life skills alongside academic progress. What you will be doing Plan and deliver engaging Art and Design Technology lessons tailored to individual learning needs. Create inspiring learning environments that encourage creativity, curiosity and achievement. Differentiate learning to ensure every pupil can access the curriculum and make meaningful progress. Assess, monitor and celebrate pupil achievement, using assessment to inform future planning. Promote positive behaviour through nurturing, therapeutic approaches. Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic support. Act as a Form Tutor where required, supporting EHCP reviews, pupil progress and parent communication. What you will bring QTS or equivalent required Has experience teaching Art and/or Design Technology. Believes every child can succeed and is passionat