Expressive Arts Lead

Expressive Arts Lead An independent specialist day school in West London is seeking a creative, enthusiastic and committed Expressive Arts and PPA Cover Practitioner to join its growing team. The school supports pupils aged 5-19 with autism spectrum conditions and severe learning difficulties and is dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing and ambitious learning environment where every pupil is valued as an individual.This newly created role combines the delivery of a specialist expressive arts curriculum with planned classroom cover, ensuring pupils receive high-quality creative learning opportunities while class teachers are released for PPA time.Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:Plan and deliver engaging sessions in art, music, drama and singing.Adapt activities to meet the communication, sensory and learning needs of autistic pupils and pupils with severe learning difficulties.Promote creativity, self-expression, communication and engagement through the arts.Provide high-quality classroom cover while maintaining established routines and support strategies.Monitor and record pupil engagement and progress.Contribute to displays, performances and celebrations of pupils'' achievements.Develop and maintain schemes of work, lesson plans and teaching resources.Work collaboratively with teachers and leaders to support curriculum delivery and individual pupil outcomes.What We Are Looking ForEssential:Experience working with children or young people.Ability to plan ..... full job details .....