Head of Art

Prospero Teaching is looking for an experienced and dedicated Subject Leader of Art for a secondary school. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Art department, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student behaviour, while supporting staff development and curriculum excellence. CONTRACT DETAILS Location: HA8 Position Subject Leader of Art Type of work Leadership, teaching, and departmental management Contract or position start date September (as applicable) Duration / Likely Duration Permanent Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) Long term Full time/part time Full time Salary MPS + TLR1a Hours Standard school hours MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To ensure a high standard of teaching, student learning, and behaviour across the Art Department through effective leadership, management, and strategic development. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Leading, Line Managing and Developing Staff Promote a positive and supportive working environment Monitor staff wellbeing, attendance, and performance Appraise and mentor colleagues, including new staff induction Lead departmental development planning and set clear improvement targets Observe teaching and provide constructive feedback Support behaviour management and inclusion, including SEND provision Lead recruitment, retention, and professional development initiatives Ensure compliance with relevant policies and curriculum changes 2. Managing Teaching and Learning Oversee curriculum planning, schemes of work, and assessment strategies Monitor lesson planning, marking, and homework quality Analyse student performance data and implement improvement strategies Ensure high standards of behaviour and engagement Promote enrichment and extra-curricular activities Develop curriculum in collaboration with senior leadership 3. Managing and Developing Resources Manage departmental budget and resources effectively Maintain secure and organised learning environments Lead development of high-quality teaching materials Support acquisition of new equipment, including ICT Contribute to funding bids where appropriate EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Degree in Art or a related subject Proven experience teaching Art at secondary level Experience in leadership or departmental responsibility (preferred) Strong understanding of curriculum development and assessment Up-to-date safeguarding training (or willingness to complete) TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an Enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for one) OTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please email a copy of your most up-to-date CV along with your expression of interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. All successful candidates will be required to complete full safeguarding and vetting checks prior to placement. Anyone working with children and young people is responsible for safeguarding and promoting their welfare