Head of Art

Alcester Grammar School, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 5ED

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  27 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Art and design
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS / UPS + TLR 2c £3,527 p.a.

Head of Art job summary

Head of Art Department - Alcester Grammar School

Start Date: 1 September 2026
Location: Alcester Grammar School, [Location]
Salary: MPS /UPS + TLR2c (£3527 p.a.)
Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Alcester Grammar School is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Head of Art Department to lead our vibrant and creative Arts team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the value of the Arts in education, dedicated to inspiring students, and committed to high achievement through innovative teaching and learning.

About the Role:
As Head of Art, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Art curriculum, leading a team of dedicated teachers, and ensuring our students continue to excel in Fine Art at both GCSE and A Level. You will develop and implement policies that reflect the school’s ethos of creativity, academic excellence, and student-centred learning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and implement innovative teaching practices that promote creative thinking and independent learning.
• Review and evaluate departmental performance, using data to set targets and drive continuous improvement.
• Inspire and motivate staff, fostering a collaborative environment with a shared vision for high achievement.
• Oversee the performance management of the Art department team, ensuring professional development and high standards in teaching.
• Manage the departmental budget and curriculum development, ensuring resources and teaching techniques are up to date and meet the evolving demands of examinations.
• Ensure high standards of behaviour, student progress, and classroom management.
• Contribute to the broader school community, actively engaging in school priorities and extra-curricular activities.
• Manage Health & Safety protocols within the department and liaise with the examinations officer for accurate student entries.

The Department:

• Our Art Department is highly regarded, with a committed team and well-resourced studios that foster creativity.
• At Key Stage 3, we balance knowledge and skills with the creative process, guiding students through more ambitious and self-directed projects as they progress.
• GCSE Fine Art (AQA) and A-Level Fine Art (Edexcel) are popular choices, with students achieving consistently strong results, many going on to study Art at degree level.

Why Alcester Grammar School?

• A strong emphasis on creativity and independent thought, helping students develop their unique voice.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment, with opportunities to share best practices.
• Outstanding technical support and facilities for creative learning.
• A school committed to academic excellence, with a broad and balanced curriculum.

About You:
We are looking for an inspiring leader who has a deep understanding of teaching and learning in the Arts. You should be highly motivated, with the ability to support staff, foster student creativity, and maintain high academic standards. Experience in managing and leading teams within an Arts department is essential.

For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the attached information pack. We strongly encourage you to review the pack to ensure you have a full understanding of the responsibilities and expectations of the role.

Should you have any questions or queries regarding this position, please do not hesitate to contact:

Rachel Thorpe - Principal - r.thorpe@alcestergs.com

01789 762494

We look forward to receiving your application!

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Alcester Grammar School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1294 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Alcester Grammar School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/alcester-grammar-school

A unique and happy school, where you can indulge your creativity, refine your skills, and enjoy an atmosphere that respects your professional autonomy. With delightful students, grateful parents and supportive colleagues, teaching doesn't get much better than this.

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