Head of Art

EduTalent Group; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A prestigious international school in Madrid is seeking an experienced Head of Art to lead the Art Department. This role involves delivering Pearson Edexcel GCSE and GCE Fine Art, motivating students, and supporting departmental development. Candidates must have a strong academic background, recent teaching experience, and excellent classroom management skills. The position offers competitive benefits, including daily transport and lunch provisions.

Servicios

Salary above the convenio for private schools in Spain

Free daily transport to and from central Madrid

Lunch provided at school

Pension plan access

Electric vehicle charging facilities

Reduced tuition fees for staff children where applicable

Formación

• Experience as Head of Department required.
• Recent teaching experience with Pearson Edexcel GCSE Art & Design and GCE Fine Art.
• Native level English proficiency is a must.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the Art Department ensuring high-quality teaching.
• Motivate and inspire students in their academic journey.
• Support departmental planning, resourcing, and staff development.

Conocimientos

Classroom management

Teaching experience

Teamwork

Organizational skills

ICT proficiency

Educación

Good honours degree from a British university

PGCE or recognized equivalent teaching qualification for secondary Art

Descripción del empleo

EduTalent Group are seeking an experienced Head of Art to join the Senior School of a leading British International School in Madrid, starting January, April or September 2026. The school follows the British National Curriculum and has a strong reputation for academic excellence, with pupils progressing to top universities in the UK, US, Spain and Europe.

This role will lead the Art Department, delivering Pearson Edexcel GCSE Art & Design: Fine Art and Pearson Edexcel GCE Fine Art. You will ensure high‑quality teaching, motivate and inspire students, and contribute to the development of a vibrant co‑curricular and academic culture. You will also support departmental planning, resourcing and staff development.

Requirements

• A good honours degree from a British university
• PGCE or recognised equivalent teaching qualification for secondary Art
• Proven experience as Head of Department
• Recent teaching experience with Pearson Edexcel GCSE Art & Design: Fine Art and Pearson Edexcel GCE Fine Art
• Native level English proficiency
• Excellent classroom management and ability to maintain high expectations
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to collaborate on curriculum planning and resourcing
• Ability to differentiate teaching to meet the needs of individual students
• Well organised and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• Competent in the use of ICT to support teaching and learning

Desirable but not essential

• Experience in an international school
• Recent teaching experience in a UK independent school

All appointments are subject to safeguarding checks, including references and ACRO Criminal Records Office clearance.

Benefits

• Salary above the convenio for private schools in Spain
• Free daily transport to and from central Madrid
• Lunch provided at school
• Pension plan access
• Electric vehicle charging facilities
• Reduced tuition fees for staff children where applicable