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Head of Art & Design
Job Posted: 25 days ago
Salary: £ 31,650 - 49,084 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Expire in: 3 days
Job Description
Head of Art & Design – Creative Secondary School – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire – September 2025 Start
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Salary: Leadership Scale L2–L6
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Do you have the vision to lead an outstanding Art & Design department in a creative and ambitious school?
Aylesbury’s leading creative secondary school is recruiting a Head of Art & Design. This is an exciting chance to shape artistic expression, develop design thinking, and lead exhibitions and portfolio development from KS3 to A-level.
Role Summary
You’ll guide curriculum planning, manage resources, and mentor a team of Art, Photography, and Graphics teachers. The department enjoys high student uptake, strong GCSE results, and annual student-led gallery events.
Responsibilities
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Lead teaching and learning across Art, Graphics & Photography
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Foster creativity, experimentation, and individual expression
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Organise gallery events, competitions, and exhibitions
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Oversee staff training and support ECTs
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Champion diversity and inclusion in visual arts
Person Specification
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QTS and degree in Art, Fine Art, or Design
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Proven leadership or middle leadership experience
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Strong understanding of assessment for learning and creative development
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A passion for nurturing talent and providing ambitious cultural opportunities
Why Join?
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Vibrant, artistic school culture and ethos
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Excellent resources including kiln, darkroom, and iMac suite
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Access to Artsmark and other national recognition frameworks
Staff Offerings
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Art technician support and allocated CPD time
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Additional planning periods for leadership responsibilities
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Links with creative industries and galleriesBefore You Apply
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