Head of Art

Details

Location

London

Contract Type

Full Time

Salary

Inner London United Learning Teachers’ Pay Scale

Job Description

Summary:

Head of Art job opportunity with a focus on strategic leadership and curriculum development.

About the School:

The school is dedicated to providing high-quality education that empowers students to reach their full potential. It fosters a culture of excellence, professionalism, and high expectations across all areas of learning.

The Opportunity:

As Head of Art, you will lead the Art department and drive innovation in teaching and learning. This role offers the chance to shape a dynamic curriculum and support colleagues in delivering outstanding outcomes for students at KS3–KS5.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership for the Art department across KS3–KS5.
Design and deliver a high-quality Art curriculum aligned with examination specifications.
Raise standards of attainment through effective teaching, assessment, and intervention.
Use assessment data to monitor progress and drive departmental improvement.
Promote literacy, reading, and oracy through the Art curriculum.
Lead and develop teaching within the department, supporting colleagues to improve practice.
Provide enrichment opportunities for Art inside and outside of the classroom.
Contribute to whole-school improvement priorities as part of the wider middle leadership team.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a good honours degree in Art or a related subject.
Strong subject knowledge and a commitment to high-quality outcomes for all students.
Ability to lead a department effectively and drive improvement.
Commitment to inclusion and ensuring all students reach their full potential.

Preferred

Experience in middle leadership or as an Early Career Teacher (ECT) with a desire to develop into a subject leader.
Experience with curriculum design and assessment strategies.
Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate colleagues and students.