Head of Art and Design Technology
Guilsborough Academy, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8QE18 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
16 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
26 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subjects
- Art and design, Design and technology
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 - UPS3, plus TLR1 £13,695
What skills and experience we're looking for
Guilsborough Academy is a high‑performing and welcoming school, set within the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside and just minutes from the M1/M6/A14. As part of Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust, we offer an outstanding professional development entitlement, excellent facilities, and a supportive, collaborative culture.
Inspire Creativity. Shape Futures. Lead a Thriving Art & Design Technology Faculty.
Guilsborough Academy is seeking an ambitious, passionate, and dynamic Head of Art and Design Technology to lead our successful and creative department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner with a strong vision for Art and Design Technology education and a commitment to developing an innovative and engaging curriculum.
About the Role
As Head of Faculty for DT and Art, you will:
- Lead a team of talented Art, DT and Photography specialists to deliver high‑quality teaching and learning.
- Inspire students through a vibrant, forward‑thinking curriculum that celebrates creativity, problem‑solving, and practical skills.
- Champion high standards, strong outcomes, and an inclusive learning environment where every student can flourish.
- Manage and develop departmental resources, ensuring a safe, well‑organised and stimulating learning environment.
- Contribute to whole‑school initiatives and collaborate closely with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement.
While we welcome applicants from a broad range of Art and Design Technology backgrounds, a specialism in Food Technology would be particularly desirable.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from teachers who:
- Are excellent classroom practitioners with a proven track record of strong outcomes.
- Have the leadership skills to motivate, challenge, and support colleagues.
- Bring creativity, innovation, and enthusiasm to curriculum development.
- Are committed to safeguarding and the highest standards of student welfare.
- Have the passion to shape a department that plays a vital role in the life of the school.
Are you intrigued? Do you have the drive and determination to contribute to the further wider development of our Academy? Do you want to work for an organisation that has the wellbeing of staff and students at its heart, alongside fantastic new employee benefits? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To come and see us in action, please contact our HR team to arrange a suitable time on hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk or 01604 740641.
Guilsborough Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and by completing this application form, you confirm that you have read the DBS Code of Practice and the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy which is available on our website. An enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts withing Guilsborough Multi Academy. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation.
What the school offers its staff
We are committed to developing well-being initiatives to support all our staff and are able to offer:
- We are a Carnegie Gold Standard Accredited organisation for mental health for both students and staff.
- A dedicated staff Wellbeing Committee.
- £500 Refer a Friend payment scheme, plus a welcome bonus for your friend.
- A £1,000 welcome bonus to new employees employed on a permanent contract. Terms and Conditions apply.
- Access to trained staff Mental Health First Aiders
- A developmental and supportive culture for continued professional development. The academy strives to deliver personalised pathways and opportunities in order to enhance the growth and development of all staff members.
- A stunning rural location.
- HR Services on site.
- Eye Tests. Reimbursement on eye tests
- Free annual Flu Vaccinations for all staff.
- Access to 24/7 telephone counselling service for staff and their immediate family via Health Assured.
- Free access to our Fitness Suite.
- Pension Schemes. GMAT offers a defined benefit pension scheme which is supported by academy contributions as well as those of the employee. GMAT has two pension schemes, the Teacher’s Pension Scheme and the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Healthy Eating. Our in-house catering firm, Innovate, offer a healthy range of food at both break and lunch-time. Staff are entitled to a free lunch if undertaking an evening duty.
- Free and secure car parking on site.
- PTA. We have a very active PTA group that all staff can get involved in if they wish.
- Employee Benefits Scheme
- Private Health Care Options
- Discounts & Cashback Schemes
- And much more
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS, reference, identity and medical checks are mandatory for all posts within Guilsborough Multi Academy Trust. Our safeguarding and Child Protection policy is available here. We are also committed to meeting the requirements of disability discrimination and other legislation.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Guilsborough Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1260 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Guilsborough Academy website
- Email address
- hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01604740641
Guilsborough Academy is situated in idyllic Northamptonshire countryside, Guilsborough Academy is a supportive and friendly school which aims to fulfil our mission statement: learning without limits. We are easily accessible from the M1/M6 and A14 in just five minutes, offer outstanding professional development entitlement and provide superb resources.
Arranging a visit to Guilsborough Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@guilsborough.northants.sch.uk.
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