Head of Art and Design Faculty
Glenmoor Academy, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EX15 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026 or nearest available date
Closing date
5 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
21 May 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
- £50,000.00 - £64,000.00 Annually (Actual) Highly Competitive, dependent on experience
Head of Art and Design Faculty job summary
Job Description: Head of Art and Design Faculty
Salary: Highly Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026 or nearest available date
Why Glenmoor and Winton Academies? At Glenmoor and Winton Academies, we empower students to surpass their potential and lead joyful, fulfilled lives. By setting high standards and expectations, we open doors to the best academic institutions and career opportunities. Our commitment to academic excellence is matched by our dedication to fostering creativity and innovation.
More pay…
- We pay an average of 5% above national scales - the best rates of pay in the sector
- Cash towards medical treatments
- Generous staff discount scheme
more time…
- Three extra INSET days for planning
- At least one personal day a year
and more support
- Great training for your career
- Exceptional curriculum resources
- Expert subject advice
- Support for your wellbeing
The Role: The Head of Art and Design will lead the department in one of the highest-performing secondary schools in England, fostering a dynamic and inspiring environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and excellence in art and design education. This role involves curriculum development, teaching, and management responsibilities for Year 7 to 11 (GCSE), ensuring that all students achieve their full potential in courses such as Fine Art, Graphics, Photography, Product Design, Textiles, and Hospitality and Catering.
Glenmoor and Winton Academies are the highest performing non-selective schools in Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch and would welcome any potential applicant visiting the Academies and meeting the Principal prior to submitting an application. Please email dcripps@glenmoorandwinton.org.uk if you would like to take up this opportunity.
Closing date: Midnight on Friday 5 June Interviews: on application www.glenmoorandwinton.org.uk
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Management: Provide strategic leadership to the Art and Design department, ensuring a culture of high standards, creativity, and achievement.
- Curriculum Development: Design and implement a stimulating and forward-thinking curriculum that meets the needs of all learners, while also reflecting the highest expectations for academic and artistic success.
- Teaching and Learning: Lead by example in delivering high-quality teaching that fosters innovation, creativity, and technical skill development. Ensure that all students are equipped to achieve exceptional outcomes in Art and Design.
- Assessment and Achievement: Monitor and track student progress rigorously, using data to identify areas for improvement and ensuring high achievement across all key stages
- Staff Development: Support the professional development of Art and Design staff, promoting a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Extracurricular Enrichment: Lead and support extracurricular opportunities, including exhibitions, workshops, and clubs, to further enhance the artistic experiences and achievements of students.
- Facilities and Resources: Oversee the effective use and development of the department’s facilities, ensuring that students have access to high-quality resources that support their learning and creativity.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Proven track record of outstanding teaching and leadership in Art and Design.
- A passion for creative education and a commitment to fostering high achievement and high standards in students.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire both students and staff.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to monitor and use data to improve student outcomes.
- A commitment to the mission of Glenmoor and Winton Academies, with a focus on preparing students for the best academic institutions and career opportunities.
Desirable:
- previous experience in a leadership role within a school environment.
- Experience of developing successful extracurricular programmes in Art and Design.
- Familiarity with working in an academy setting
What we Offer:
- A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
- Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
- A vibrant school culture committed to high standards and achievement.
- State-of-the-art facilities for Art and Design education.
- An environment where creativity is valued and students are encouraged to reach their full potential
The Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. To comply with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Glenmoor Academy
- School type
- Academies, None, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 891 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Glenmoor Academy website
Glenmoor Academy is an 11-16 high performing school situated in the beautiful coastal town of Bournemouth. Glenmoor is an all girls secondary school which is co-located with Winton Academy.
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