Art Teaching Assistant | North West London | September 2026 StartWe are seeking a patient Art Teaching Assistant (Art & Photography) to join a supportive secondary school in North West London.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Art Teaching Assistant with a strong background in Art and/or Photography who is looking to gain hands-on experience supporting students within a specialist ARP setting.
The successful Art Teaching Assistant will support either a small group or a single student within the ARP, helping them develop confidence, independence, and technical ability in Art and Photography.
The Role | Art Teaching Assistant
- Full-time, long-term contract | Art Teaching Assistant
- Start Date: September 2026
- Weekly pay: £460 – £500 per week (PAYE)
- Based within a specialist ARP (Additionally Resourced Provision)
- Supporting students with autism and additional learning needs
- Working with GCSE and A-Level Art & Photography students
- 1:1 and small group support
Key Responsibilities | Art Teaching Assistant
- Deliver tailored support to students studying Art & Photography at GCSE and A-Level
- Provide one-to-one or small group interventions focused on creative development
- Support students with coursework, portfolios and exam preparation
- Build confidence, engagement and independence through structured support
- Provide consistent encouragement to students who may experience anxiety or communication barriers
Benefits of the Art Teaching Assistant Role
- Specialist experience working within an ARP setting
- Opportunity to support students with autism in a creative subject area
- Hands-on experience supporting GCSE and A-Level learners
- Weekly PAYE pay with holiday entitlement included
- Excellent pathway into teaching, SEN support or creative education careers
Who Should Apply?
- Graduates with a degree in Art, Photography, Creative Arts, or a related subject
- Candidates with A-Level Art and/or Photography (A or A* desirable)
- Individuals confident supporting students with autism and additional learning needs
- Calm, patient and emotionally intelligent applicants
Application | Art Teaching AssistantIf you are an Art or Photography graduate who is passionate about supporting young people through creative learning and SEN-focused education, we would love to hear from you.
This Art Teaching Assistant role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference within a specialist ARP setting while developing valuable classroom experience.
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