Head of Creative Arts
Royal Greenwich Trust School, London, SE7 8LJ24 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Easter Term
Closing date
22 February 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
29 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
Subjects
- Art and design, Design and technology, Drama, Food technology, Music
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5 Hours per Week
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPS £40,317 - £52,300 | UPS £57,632 - £62,496 + TLR1A
Additional allowances
TLR 1A (£10,174)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Head of Creative Arts
Are you adynamic and inspiring educator looking to enthuse students about Art and raise their achievement?
Royal Greenwich Trust School is seeking an exceptional Head of Creative Arts to drive curriculum excellence, student achievement, and innovation in our ambitious and inclusive learning community.
As Head of Creative Arts, you will:
- Lead curriculum design, quality assurance, and strategic planning across your faculty.
- Champion high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring every student reaches their full potential.
- Drive student progress and outcomes at Key Stages 4 and 5.
- Inspire and develop a team of passionate educators.
- Contribute to whole-school improvement and Trust-wide collaboration.
About you
We want to hear from you if you are:
- A fully qualified teacher with evidence of QTS for secondary teaching.
- Qualified to at least degree level in subject area and/or good A Levels or equivalent.
- Up to date knowledge of the relevant curriculum area.
- Experienced in teaching at secondary level with a track record of excellent classroom practice.
- Skilled in curriculum planning, data analysis, and leading teams.
- Passionate about inclusive education and committed to student success.
- A collaborative leader with strong interpersonal and coaching skills.
Our mission is for all students at the Royal Greenwich Trust School to have excellent outcomes, we deliver the highest quality of teaching and learning by working collaboratively with universities, public bodies and private sector partnerships.If you believe you can contribute to this goal, we encourage you to apply for the role.
Our core values underpin our daily practice and the learning experiences here are creative, innovative and challenging as we empower our students in ‘Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow’.During their time with us, our students develop a wide range of skills and attributes which prepare them to become happy, responsible and successful citizens who are able to make a positive contribution to their local and wider community.
Development, working structure and flexible working at Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS):
At RGTS we have shaped a working environment that places staff wellbeing at its centre without compromising the quality of teaching and learning.
At RGTS, we believe that by investing in the people who shape our students’ futures, we create a thriving school community where both staff and students can achieve their full potential.
What can we offer you?
- Professional Development: An excellent CPD package for staff, enhancing your professional development with comprehensive training opportunities.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for growth and real career development in an encouraging environment with plenty of room for advancement.
- Supportive Environment: Our leadership team is approachable and committed to providing the resources and guidance teachers need to succeed.
- Employee Assistance: Employee Assistance Scheme for access to advice, information, and face-to-face counselling.
- UST Network Collaboration:Develop links with our wider UST network for CPD and collaborative practice.
Please note we do not accept CVs alone.
If you would like more information on our school, please visit our website:Welcome - Royal Greenwich Trust School
Interested candidates are encouraged to arrange an informal discussion about the role and/or to visit the school. These can be organised via the Recruitment teamustrecruitment@ust.londontelephone - 020 3034 2375
Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received.
Royal Greenwich Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.
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In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.
We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.
We do not accept applications via agencies.
What the school offers its staff
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Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
RGTS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check.
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 Royal Greenwich Trust School
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 854 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Royal Greenwich Trust School website
- Email address
- ustrecruitment@ust.london
- Phone number
- 020 3034 2375
Royal Greenwich Trust School (part of the University Schools Trust) became an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school in September 2017. We are proud to be a school which retains the importance of positive and productive relationships at the heart of our community.
In 2020, we opened our brand new £14 million new wing and moved into the next stage of the school’s development as our inaugural cohort transitioned into Key Stage 4.
In October 2022, Ofsted judged us to be a GOOD school across all areas within the framework.
The University Schools Trust is a unique partnership of six world-leading universities and three sector-leading bodies who are working together to deliver a shared vision of inclusive, high-quality and transformational education.
Arranging a visit to Royal Greenwich Trust School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email ustrecruitment@ust.london.
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