Art Subject Lead

Summary:

Art Subject Lead opportunity at a high-performing school with a leadership specialism.

About the School:

A school with an outstanding Ofsted rating and a strong focus on academic excellence, leadership development, and character growth. It is committed to providing a knowledge-based curriculum and inspiring future leaders.

The Opportunity:

As an Art Subject Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the curriculum and driving academic excellence in art. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to take on a leadership role and make a meaningful impact on student outcomes and school performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a high-quality, engaging art curriculum that meets the needs of all learners.
• Lead and support the art department to ensure consistent delivery of outstanding teaching and learning.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing targeted support where needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the school to integrate leadership and character development into the art programme.
• Promote creativity, innovation, and student engagement through extracurricular activities and events.
• Work closely with senior leadership to drive continuous improvement and achieve departmental targets.
• Coach and mentor other teachers to enhance their practice and contribute to a culture of excellence.
• Ensure the art department aligns with the school’s vision and values, including leadership and character development.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Proven ability to teach to GCSE standard
• Experience in leading a subject department and driving improvements in student outcomes
• Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and coach colleagues to achieve targets

Preferred

• Experience in curriculum development and innovation
• Background in leadership training or character development programmes
• Experience of working in a multi-academy trust or similar educational setting
• Familiarity with the Star Academies values and mission

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Comprehensive healthcare cash plan
• Access to professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment