Head of Art
The Totteridge Academy, London, N20 8AZ14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
6 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
23 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- Art and design
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- United Learning Pay Scales plus TLR
Additional allowances
TLR
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Head of Art to lead our thriving Art department. This individual will inspire and challenge students to achieve their full creative potential through high-quality teaching, learning, and departmental leadership. They will be responsible for shaping the Art curriculum, supporting and developing staff, and contributing to the continued success of the department, while fostering a passion for creativity, visual literacy, and artistic expression across the school.
About You:
We are looking for an individual who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and has a strong academic background in Art or a related subject.
- Has high expectations for pupil achievement and behaviour.
- Is passionate about Art education and committed to continuous improvement.
- Demonstrates strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is eager to contribute to the wider life of the school and trust.
What the school offers its staff
Rewards and Benefits
Our pledge, to all our academy teachers, is that by working for us you will benefit from more pay, more time, and more support. For more information, visit www.unitedlearning.org.uk/careers/rewards-and-benefits
More pay…
more time…
and more support
- We pay an average of 5% above national scales – the best rates of pay in the sector
- Cash towards medical treatment
- Generous staff discount scheme
- Three extra INSET days for planning
- At least one personal day a year
- Great training for your career
- Exceptional curriculum resources
- Expert subject advice
- Support for your wellbeing
How to Apply
To join our dedicated and talented team, click apply here. https://ce0374li.webitrent.com/ce0374li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=2322409C2D&VACANCY_ID=285819MMoF
United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.
The closing date for this post is Friday 6 February 2026.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Totteridge Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1003 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Totteridge Academy website
- Email address
- joanne.wiles@tta.org.uk
The school
The Totteridge Academy (TTA) is a brilliant secondary school in North London. With approximately 1000 students, and a new Sixth Form which opened in September 2020, TTA is continuing to grow and develop. We were thrilled to have won the TES Secondary School of the Year Award last year, celebrating our phenomenal results (putting us in the top 1% of the country for Progress), inclusive culture, and excellence beyond the classroom.
We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic staff to join our team. Here are some quotes from our 2023-24 staff survey:
· “The sense of community at this school is second to none. I have never felt so supported by the senior team, as well as my department and line manager. This is definitely reflected in the ‘feel’ of the school and our daily interactions with students.”
· “I cannot believe that I work in a school that has such a mix of incredibly high expectations and academic outcomes, alongside things like a school farm, Place2Be, Equine therapy and Peggy, our school dog! TTA truly cares about every aspect of a child’s education, learning and wellbeing.”
· “Teaching and learning is extremely well led, resulting in consistent teaching across the school and therefore much improved attainment from our pupils. It is the single most stand-out quality at TTA that makes me very proud, and has improved my teaching immensely.”
· “The culture of collaboration and continuous improvement is fantastic. I feel as though I would be welcomed, supported and appreciated by any member of staff if I went to them to ask for anything or just to have a chat!”
· “The community is extremely supportive, and the staff genuinely care for the children, their education and supporting one another, both professionally and personally.”
· “So many of the middle leaders are just world class. They lead by example and have relentlessly high expectations and good humour to boot. Teaching and Learning at this school is exceptionally well led.”
We provide a high-quality education in a safe, caring, and focused environment. We teach skills and knowledge, enabling our students to become responsible, well-rounded citizens, equipped with the tools to make effective choices for their futures. We pride ourselves on our inclusive environment with a rich and nurturing culture. We celebrate our differences whilst standing together as a united learning community. Our school philosophy of kaizen (continuous improvement) enables our students and staff to aim high at all times so that every individual can attain his or her best. We celebrate and are proud of the achievements of all of our students, valuing individuality and nurturing happy, confident, and hard-working young people. We have high expectations at TTA and reject the view that success in life is pre-determined or that our talents are fixed. We improve through practice; calm, focused classrooms led by knowledgeable, passionate teachers.
Please CLICK HERE to watch a video about TTA, and visit our WEBSITE HERE to find out about the school.
If you would like to read more about why you should work at TTA then CLICK HERE, or to read some testimonials from our current staff then CLICK HERE.
If you would like to arrange a visit to our school, please contact Vittoria Casey, HR Manager, on 020 8445 9205 or vittoria.casey@tta.org.uk.
Arranging a visit to The Totteridge Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email joanne.wiles@tta.org.uk.
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