Music & Creative Arts Teacher/Instructor
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £44,000.00 per annum depending on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 March 2026 |
| Location: | Epsom |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 306238FAJ |
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Job Title: Music & Creative Arts Instructor
Location: Ashley Park School, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7LR
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £44,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: April 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
We’re looking for an imaginative and enthusiastic Music & Creative Arts Instructor to inspire pupils aged 11–19. In this role, you will bring Music and a range of creative arts to life through practical, hands‑on, and project‑based learning. You may also contribute to wider curriculum areas such as PSHE and Independent Living Skills, supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH, and a range of SEND needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape a creative curriculum that reflects pupils’ interests, strengths, and future aspirations. Over time, you may also play a key part in developing accreditation pathways—such as BTEC or similar qualifications—to help pupils progress toward meaningful next steps.
Working closely with our Quality of Education team, you will design accessible and engaging lessons, create a calm and purposeful learning environment, and embed trauma‑informed, relational approaches that meet the needs of every learner.
What You’ll Do
Deliver Music and Creative Arts lessons across KS3–KS5, adapting learning to meet a diverse range of SEND needs.
Use creative, practical teaching strategies to engage pupils and support their academic, social, and emotional progress.
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to learning.
Track and report on pupil progress and contribute to EHCP reviews.
Participate fully in school life, including enrichment clubs, creative projects, off‑site learning, and whole‑school events.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
Qualified with PGCE/QTS or equivalent (ECTs welcome).
We can also consider applicants without QTS, who may be appointed as an Instructor.
Experienced in Music and one or more creative or digital subjects (e.g., Creative Arts/Media, Computing, IT, Art).
Confident with digital tools and open to developing new skills.
Skilled at planning, differentiating, and adapting lessons for varied abilities and learning styles.
Passionate about supporting pupils with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
Collaborative, creative, and committed to inclusive practice.
Enthusiastic about contributing to enrichment activities and digital or creative projects.
About Us
Ashley Park School is a brand-new independent specialist school in Epsom, Surrey, for autistic young people aged 11–19, with a capacity for 60 pupils.
We provide a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where every pupil can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Personalised teaching, differentiated lessons, and tailored therapeutic support ensure each pupil’s unique needs and abilities are met.
Our curriculum combines academic study, vocational pathways, and life skills, preparing young people to achieve their full potential and future aspirations.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Job Title: Music & Creative Arts Instructor
Location: Ashley Park School, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7LR
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £44,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: April 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
We’re looking for an imaginative and enthusiastic Music & Creative Arts Instructor to inspire pupils aged 11–19. In this role, you will bring Music and a range of creative arts to life through practical, hands‑on, and project‑based learning. You may also contribute to wider curriculum areas such as PSHE and Independent Living Skills, supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH, and a range of SEND needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape a creative curriculum that reflects pupils’ interests, strengths, and future aspirations. Over time, you may also play a key part in developing accreditation pathways—such as BTEC or similar qualifications—to help pupils progress toward meaningful next steps.
Working closely with our Quality of Education team, you will design accessible and engaging lessons, create a calm and purposeful learning environment, and embed trauma‑informed, relational approaches that meet the needs of every learner.
What You’ll Do
Deliver Music and Creative Arts lessons across KS3–KS5, adapting learning to meet a diverse range of SEND needs.
Use creative, practical teaching strategies to engage pupils and support their academic, social, and emotional progress.
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external agencies to ensure a holistic approach to learning.
Track and report on pupil progress and contribute to EHCP reviews.
Participate fully in school life, including enrichment clubs, creative projects, off‑site learning, and whole‑school events.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
Qualified with PGCE/QTS or equivalent (ECTs welcome).
We can also consider applicants without QTS, who may be appointed as an Instructor.
Experienced in Music and one or more creative or digital subjects (e.g., Creative Arts/Media, Computing, IT, Art).
Confident with digital tools and open to developing new skills.
Skilled at planning, differentiating, and adapting lessons for varied abilities and learning styles.
Passionate about supporting pupils with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
Collaborative, creative, and committed to inclusive practice.
Enthusiastic about contributing to enrichment activities and digital or creative projects.
About Us
Ashley Park School is a brand-new independent specialist school in Epsom, Surrey, for autistic young people aged 11–19, with a capacity for 60 pupils.
We provide a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where every pupil can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Personalised teaching, differentiated lessons, and tailored therapeutic support ensure each pupil’s unique needs and abilities are met.
Our curriculum combines academic study, vocational pathways, and life skills, preparing young people to achieve their full potential and future aspirations.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
Hundreds of UK and international discounts
Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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