Creative Specialist

Creative Arts Graduates Wanted Drama. Music. Performing Arts. Creative Writing. Dance. Fine Art.

If you've studied a creative subject or feel this is a particular specialist area fro you, and you're wondering what comes next, this could be right up your street.

We're looking for enthusiastic, compassionate graduates to support children and young people across Swindon. Whether you're considering a future in teaching, therapy, youth work, educational psychology, or simply want to do something meaningful while building valuable experience, we'd love to hear from you.

You might not realise it, but graduates from creative backgrounds often thrive in education roles, because supporting children isn't just about academics. It's about communication, confidence, creativity, emotional expression, and building trust. The skills you've developed through drama, music, performing arts, and other creative disciplines can make a huge difference to pupils who need a different approach to learning.

Whether it's helping a child express themselves through creativity, using performance skills to engage reluctant learners, or bringing calm and confidence into challenging situations, your experience could have a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing Supporting pupils with ASD, SEMH, PMLD, and other additional needs throughout the school day Building positive relationships with children who may need extra encouragement or emotional support

Delivering creative interventions, sensory activities, and small group sessions

Helping pupils develop confidence, communication, and social skills

Working closely with teachers and support staff to create a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment

What We're Looking ForA degree in Drama, Music, Performing Arts, Dance, Fine Art, Creative Arts, or a related subject OR a specialism in one of these areasA positive, adaptable approach and a willingness to get stuck in Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with young people

Experience working with children or vulnerable adults is helpful, but not essentialA genuine desire to support young people and help them succeed

What You'll Get From UsWeekly PAYE pay, no umbrella company nonsenseA dedicated consultant who actually picks up the phoneFREE access to in-person CPD and Thrive training, a fantastic qualification for anyone interested in SEND and behaviour support

Your own online availability lounge to keep things flexible

Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience and explore long-term careers in education, therapy, and specialist support

We work with all schools throughout Swindon, Wiltshire, Bristol, Bath, NE Somerset, Somerset, South Glos and surrounding areas. If this role is not in your area, please do still apply. There will be a school and role nearby!

Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award 2022, REC audited, Investor In People, CPD Member If you are interested in this role please apply through this advert or apply on our Protocol Education website.

We pride ourselves on employing a wide range of educators from a variety of experienced backgrounds and settings as well as aspiring educators and teachers with diverse experiences and transferable skills who are passionate and caring individuals to educate children and young people within our schools.

Please note, to apply for this role you must have right to work in the UK.If you feel you would be great for this role, apply today!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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