Art Subject Lead

Aspire People; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Subject Lead for Art in a secondary school setting. This role involves leading the Art department across KS3 and KS4, ensuring high-quality teaching, and supporting colleagues. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Art teaching and possess QTS along with a relevant degree. The position offers strong career development opportunities and is part of a values-driven educational culture.

Benefits

Strong CPD and leadership development

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive leadership and culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record of strong or outstanding Art teaching.
• Secure subject knowledge to GCSE level.
• High expectations of behaviour, engagement, and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Art across KS3 and KS4, including curriculum, assessment, and standards.
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning through coaching and support.
• Use data to raise attainment, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge to GCSE level

Ability to motivate and support colleagues

High expectations of behaviour and outcomes

Education

QTS and a relevant degree (2:2 or above)

Job description

Overview

Subject Lead - Art, Secondary School | Star Academies Trust, Temp-to-Perm Option (MPS/UPS + TLR 2)

An ambitious secondary school within Star Academies is seeking a Subject Lead for Art to provide strong curriculum and departmental leadership.

This role suits an outstanding Art teacher ready to step into, or continue in, middle leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead Art across KS3 and KS4, including curriculum, assessment, and standards
• Drive high-quality teaching and learning through coaching and support
• Use data to raise attainment, particularly for disadvantaged pupils
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and enrichment opportunities
• Support KS2-KS3 transition within the subject

Person Specification

• QTS and a relevant degree (2:2 or above)
• Proven track record of strong or outstanding Art teaching
• Secure subject knowledge to GCSE level
• Ability to motivate, support, and challenge colleagues
• High expectations of behaviour, engagement, and outcomes

What\'s on Offer

• Strong CPD and leadership development through Star Academies
• Clear progression opportunities within a high-performing Trust
• Supportive leadership and a values-led school culture

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.