Subject Leader for Photography and Art

Stratford Upon Avon School, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 9DH

23 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  2 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • Head of department or curriculum
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Subject: Art and design
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPS/UPS
• Additional allowances:

  + TLR 2b £6,106

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an Enthusiastic and well qualified Subject Leader for Photography and Art who will help shape the future curriculum and build on established strengths and contribute to the continuing success of the department and School. As part of the role of Subject Leader, you will form part of the schools’ middle leaders where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop as a leader.

The successful candidate is likely to be a strong classroom practitioner in either Photography or Art, However experience of teaching or leading Photography is beneficial.

What the school offers its staff

A great opportunity to lead and teach Performing Arts in Shakespeare’s town. We:

• have had a very positive inspection by Ofsted under the new framework (see our website for details)
• are a genuinely inclusive school. People matter; everybody matters. We live and breathe by our values
• have strong leadership at all levels. This is a deliberate way of working and the school ‘is well led by many’
• have a really strong pastoral system and structures, resulting in high levels of behaviour and buy-in from our students and parents
• Have just completed the expansion of our site due to our increasing popularity and increased admissions applications. This has enhanced our already excellent working environment/facilities and provides additional opportunities for your future development
• have a talented, supportive staff who share and uphold the school’s values. They are committed to improving the school further and creating the best possible experiences for our students
• are part of a very special local community. Stratford upon Avon is a wonderful place to work.

There has never been a better time to work at Stratford upon Avon School. This is no ordinary school. There are many excellent schools around, but they all have a very different feel. We are a lovely school with a genuine ‘feel good factor’ throughout. Our mission is summed up by 3 words, Engage, Enthuse & Inspire, which underpin what we’re all about. We hope you are particularly excited at the prospect of joining us. If you think, you have what it takes, then please submit a completed application form by the closing date.

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

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Post is subject to an Enhanced DBS

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Stratford Upon Avon School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1904 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Stratford Upon Avon School website
• Email address: recruitment@stratfordschool.co.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/stratford-upon-avon-school

This is no ordinary school. There are many excellent schools around, but they all have a very different feel. We are a lovely school with a genuine ‘feel good factor’ throughout. Our mission is summed up by 3 words, Engage, Enthuse & Inspire, which underpin what we’re all about. As a result, visitors are invariably struck by the energy/enthusiasm of our staff & the excellent relationships evident with students. There has never been a better time to work at Stratford upon Avon School.

Arranging a visit to Stratford Upon Avon School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@stratfordschool.co.uk.

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