Curriculum Team Leader - Art

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Dudley is seeking a passionate Curriculum Team Leader for Art to lead the Art department, inspire creativity, and shape the curriculum. The ideal candidate will have strong subject knowledge and leadership experience. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on learners while working in a supportive environment. Join us in our journey to provide first-class education in Dudley.

Benefits

Extensive program of staff development

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Art and a passion for the subject.
• Ability to inspire and lead a team of educators.
• Commitment to high educational standards and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Art department and inspire creativity in teaching.
• Shape the curriculum and mentor staff.
• Enhance students' educational journeys through artistic expression.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Leadership experience

Commitment to fostering artistic expression

Job description

St James Academy are seeking a passionate and innovative Curriculum Team Leader for Art to join our dynamic secondary school. You will lead the Art department, inspiring creativity and excellence in teaching and learning. The ideal candidate will have strong subject knowledge, leadership experience, and a commitment to fostering artistic expression across all key stages.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the curriculum, mentor staff, and make a lasting impact on learners’ educational journeys. If you’re ready to lead with vision and enthusiasm, we’d love to hear from you.

“St James is an inclusive and welcoming school. Pupils are courteous and polite.” – Ofsted 2024

St James Academy is a good school (Ofsted 2024) with high expectations for everyone. We are determined to become a centre of excellence for young people who live in central Dudley, improving life chances for all.

Since joining the Trust, St James is the most improved school in the Borough for grades achieved at GCSE and for passing Maths and English at Grade 5 or above. In fact, the proportion of learners achieving Grade 5 or higher in both English and Mathematics has doubled!

An increasing number of departments have achieved 100% GCSE pass rates, and our ambition is that this should extend to every area as quickly as possible.

Our philosophy is simple: we will ensure the success of our learners through outstanding teaching, positive behaviour and embracing the talents of each individual.

There is also a strong caring ethos here, which ensures high levels of support for learners and creates an atmosphere of mutual respect throughout the school. Our learners are challenged to extend their interests through a wide programme of extra-curricular activities, sports teams and enrichment activities.

The Trust recognises that our staff are our most value asset and investing in our people is a key strategic priority. An extensive program of staff development is operated within school and across the Trust, and this is extended to senior and middle leaders, aspiring leaders, and teaching and associate staff.

You will be joining St James at an exciting time as we continue our journey to provide first class education for the young people of Dudley

Closing date – Sunday 12th October 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.

All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks, where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity.

Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled, and black and ethnic minority applicants.