Art Teacher/Art Therapist

Due to retirement of the current post holder Cookridge Primary

are looking for an Art Teacher/Art Therapist.

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about inspiring creativity and nurturing

wellbeing in young learners? Cookridge Primary School is seeking a dedicated

Art Teacher/Art Therapist to join our warm, community-focused team. This is a

unique opportunity to make a lasting impact, helping children express

themselves and flourish through art in an environment where staff are valued,

supported, and encouraged to grow.

About Cookridge Primary

At Cookridge, we believe every child is born with a natural

curiosity and a unique spark for learning. Our school cherishes each pupil as

an individual, celebrating their talents, interests, and the special role

they play in our community. We are proud to welcome families from all

backgrounds, working closely with parents and the wider community to ensure

every child receives the very best start in life.

We are committed to nurturing resilient, respectful, and caring

children who see learning as an exciting and integral part of life. Our

school culture is rooted in happiness, pride, and a genuine sense of

belonging. We place children at the heart of everything we do, creating a

fun, active, and personalised learning environment where everyone is

encouraged to aim high and support one another on their journey of discovery.

At Cookridge, it is safe to make mistakes and grow together, knowing that

support is always at hand.

As a Teaching Assistant you will play a vital role in supporting

our pupils’ learning and wellbeing during this important stage of their

primary education. Working in close partnership with our dedicated teachers

and wider staff team, you will help create a nurturing and stimulating

classroom environment where every child can thrive.

The Role

As our Art Teacher/Art Therapist, you will play a pivotal role

in keeping art at the heart of our school, inspiring pupils across the

primary age range to explore their creativity and develop confidence. You

will have the opportunity to shape our art curriculum, promote artistic

expression, and support children’s emotional wellbeing through therapeutic

approaches. Your work will help ensure that art remains a high priority

throughout Cookridge, enriching our school community and supporting every

child’s personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Create engaging, inclusive art lessons that spark imagination

and encourage self-expression in every pupil.

Collaborate with colleagues to integrate art across the

curriculum, making creative learning accessible to all.

Champion the importance of art and wellbeing, ensuring these

values are woven throughout school life.

Support pupils’ emotional and mental health through art therapy

techniques, fostering r