Creative Arts Assistant – Secondary Schools

Bring creativity to the classroom!

Do you have a passion for art, drama or music? Are you enthusiastic, creative and keen to inspire young people? We are looking for talented and motivated Creative Arts Assistants to support local secondary schools by working as Cover Supervisors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for people with a background or experience in the creative arts who want to make a positive difference in students’ learning and help bring lessons to life.

The Role

As a Creative Arts Assistant and Cover Supervisor, you will:

• Supervise classes of secondary school students during teacher absences.
• Support students with classroom activities across a range of subjects, with opportunities to draw on your creative skills.
• Encourage participation, imagination and confidence through art, drama and music.
• Maintain a positive, safe and engaging learning environment.
• Follow lesson plans and ensure students remain on task.
• Build positive relationships with students and school staff.

Who We’re Looking For

We would love to hear from people who have:

• Experience, qualifications or a strong interest in art, drama, music or other creative disciplines.
• Confidence communicating with and engaging young people.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills, or a willingness to develop these.
• A flexible, enthusiastic and proactive approach.
• The ability to adapt to different school environments and age groups.

Experience working with young people, in schools, youth theatres, music groups, art clubs or other creative settings would be an advantage. Previous school experience is welcome but not essential, depending on suitability.

Why Join Us?

• Share your passion for creativity with the next generation.
• Gain valuable experience working in local secondary schools.
• Enjoy a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
• Develop your skills and confidence in an educational setting.
• Make a real difference to students’ school experience.

Interested?

If you have a creative background and would love to inspire young people, we would love to hear from you!

What we offer

As a valued part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a cover supervisor who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, please contact Liz Woollard on 0121 481 2231 or email liz.woollard@visionforeducation.co.uk

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