£68,000 – £68,000Part TimeEN
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities !
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrant
Join our Supported Learning and Mindlift Team at Adult Learning Lewisham!
The Role:
Art Tutor (Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Collage & Art Appreciation)
You will deliver a range of creative art classes with a focus on:
Each course runs for 2 hours per week, once a week, over 11 weeks per term, across 3 terms per year.
Classes take place on a set weekday, either 10:00–12:00 or 13:00–15:00. There may be some flexibility around the day and time to accommodate tutor availability.
There may also be opportunities to teach more than one class per week.
Who You’ll Teach:
You will work with adult learners who have a wide range of learning support needs, disabilities, and/or mental health conditions.
Learners with SEND may present with varying conditions, limitations, skills, and abilities.
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Learners with mental health conditions may have experienced trauma or grief, and may be living with depression, anxiety, or other challenges. Some may feel socially isolated or lack confidence. Their skill levels can range from very low to highly developed.
Most learners are returning to education, while some may be engaging for the first time.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking tutors who have:
Further information
Lewisham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Further information about Adult Learning Lewisham can be found in our online course listing www.lewisham.gov.uk/adultlearning
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS.
Salary details:
£34.72 per hour
CVs will not be accepted
To apply please click on 'apply here.
For a full job description and person specification please click here
https://lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/Adult%20Learning/JD%20and%20PS%20Tutor
For any questions, contact:
Ruhsar Osman, Curriculum Leader- ruhsar.osman@lewisham.gov.uk
Closing date: Sunday 14th June 2026 at 11:59pm
Applicant handbook- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply
The Council has a dedicated employment support service, Lewisham Works, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk and an advisor will be in touch with you.
The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.
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