Art & DT Teacher Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Art & Design Technology Teacher – Lansdowne Secure Children’s Home

Lansdowne Secure Children’s Home is on an exciting journey. With a clear ambition to become the leading Secure Children’s Home in the UK, we are searching for creative, forward-thinking teachers who share our passion for education, care, and meaningful change.

Our Vision

We aim to offer outstanding care, learning, and support to every child placed with us, helping them rebuild their confidence and prepare for a successful return to the community. Our home is modern, bright, and thoughtfully designed, supported by a skilled, compassionate team and a comprehensive training and development programme. Above all else, we prioritise kindness—ensuring every young person feels safe, valued, and cared for during their time with us.

About the Role

As our Art and Design Technology Teacher, you will play a key role in engaging young people in learning, inspiring creativity, and helping them recognise their strengths. Reporting directly to the Head of Learning, you will bring strong curriculum knowledge and a commitment to high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment.

This role involves teaching small groups of young people with complex needs who are deprived of their liberty. You will work in a well-equipped DT room and must feel confident supporting vulnerable students while managing high-risk tools safely. Collaboration with our Care and Health teams is essential, and the wellbeing of each young person will always be at the heart of your practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan clear and purposeful teaching objectives, ensuring each lesson has meaningful assessment opportunities
• Set tasks that spark curiosity, challenge learners, and maintain high levels of engagement
• Establish expectations that support progress and personal growth
• Build on learners’ prior knowledge, identify gaps, and set achievable yet ambitious targets

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a detailed Supporting Statement via the Apply Now button. Your Supporting Statement should clearly outline how you meet the criteria listed in the Person Specification, drawing on your professional, educational, or personal experiences.

For tips on preparing an effective application, you can visit the GOV.UK guide on writing job applications here:
https://www.gov.uk/career-skills-and-training/apply-for-a-job.

Interviews will be held in person at Lansdowne Secure Unit in Hailsham within two weeks of the closing date.

Applicants who meet specific priority criteria may be shortlisted first more details can be found on our priority status page. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which you can explore on our benefits page.

A Role That Truly Matters

Working in this environment can be demanding, but few roles offer such a powerful sense of purpose. As Gary, one of our Day Service Support Workers, puts it:

 There are a whole range of different skills people can bring to the role. I find the work very rewarding and enjoy the variety this type of work brings.

If you’d like an informal conversation about the role or would like to arrange a tour of Lansdowne, please contact our Head of Learning, Sarah Goodey, at sarah.goodey@eastsussex.gov.uk.

Additional Information

• This role requires an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity. You can learn more about this process here: https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record
• Evidence of an overseas police check will be required if you have lived or worked abroad.
• Starting salary will be pro-rata for part-time or term-time-only appointments.
• If you require UK work sponsorship, please indicate this in your application so eligibility can be assessed. Information on work visas is available at: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
• If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact the hiring manager.