Job Description

West Sussex Alternative Provision College (WSAPC) is an educational establishment based across the county on seven separate sites, providing education for pupils whom are permanently excluded, at risk of exclusion or too ill to attend school. Our ethos is to provide FOCUS (Future, Opportunities:, Curriculum, Us, School) for our pupils to re-engage them in their learning and support re-integration to mainstream provision.
What we are looking for:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a vibrant, imaginative, and highly effective Art Teacher to bring creativity to life within our Key Stage 3 and 4 curriculum. We are seeking someone who can spark curiosity, nurture artistic confidence, and inspire students to explore their ideas through a wide range of media and techniques.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping a dynamic and engaging Art curriculum, enriching learning through high-quality, thoughtfully planned lessons that celebrate individuality and expression. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about unlocking creativity in young people--particularly those with complex needs--while providing a supportive environment where every student can thrive emotionally, socially, and artistically.
Job Details
The successful candidate will:

• Be an outstanding practitioner who inspires our students & colleagues.
• Be creative in designing, upholding & delivering a rigorous, academic curriculum.
• Believe that every student can & will succeed.
• Be flexible, strategic & resilient with an ability to work collaboratively with other specialist agencies and contribute towards the continued development of WSAPC
• Have the highest ambitions for our students, the College & themselves.
• Have excellent organisational & ICT skills.
• Have an enthusiasm for their subjects & the ability to share this with students.
• Have excellent subject knowledge and the ability to deliver additional subjects.
• Achieve outstanding student outcomes.
• The skills & determination to make a significant difference to the lives of the community we serve.
• Experience of effectively risk assessing activities

What You Need to Succeed
You will have:

• QTS/QTLS
• First Degree or Certificate of Education
• Substantial and relevant experience with Special Educational Needs, preferably SEMH
• Relevant and recent professional development conducive to the post
• Experience of contributing to successful Ofsted outcomes

Further Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and Disclosure & Barring Service check.
WSAPC is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications for all vacancies from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
The closing date is a guide only. We intend to review applications as they are received and call those shortlisted for immediate interview. An early application is advised, as once we have appointed, we will close the recruitment process.
West Sussex Alternative Provision College and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.
Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).
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Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01444 232771
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The reference number for this role is SCHO01421.
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