Head of Art & Design Opportunity – Scholarly Secondary School in Oxford
- Permanent, Full-time
A scholarly secondary school in Oxford is seeking a creative, inspiring Head of Art & Design to lead its Visual Arts faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January. Job Overview Art is a celebrated discipline at this school. The successful candidate will take strategic leadership over Fine Art, Graphic Communication, 3D Design, and Photography, guiding students through project research, technical skill development, contextual studies, and annual public exhibitions. Working alongside art technicians and faculty colleagues, you will manage studio spaces, curation schedules, and non-exam assessments (NEA) across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. This is a full-time, permanent contract. Key Responsibilities Provide artistic vision, curriculum mapping, and operational management for the Art department Teach practical studio and theoretical Art lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5 Manage studio environments, printmaking presses, ceramic kilns, digital darkrooms, and supply budgets Oversee GCSE and A-Level portfolio curation, NEA moderation, and external exam board submissions Organize annual student art exhibitions, gallery visits, and artist-in-residence workshops Line-manage department teachers and art technicians Role Overview & Specifications Start Date: January Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary / Pay Rate: TLR2 / TLR1 equivalent Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Fine Art & Photography Candidate Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK credentials with an honors degree in Fine Art or Visual Arts Strong personal artistic portfolio and demonstrated success in GCSE/A-Level Art outcomes Prior leadership or subject coordination experience in a secondary setting An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply) How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this full-time, permanent Head of Art position in Oxford for a January start.