Head of Art

Teacheroo; Musselburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a passionate Head of Art to lead a committed department. Candidates should be able to deliver Art at GCSE and A-level, with a strong academic background. Responsibilities include planning creative lessons, fostering student engagement, and contributing to extracurricular activities. The role requires a recognised teaching qualification and the ability to inspire students in a supportive environment. This is a full-time permanent position with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Family friendly policies

Free lunches during term time

School Fees Remission

Bike to work scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification and registration with GTCS or in process.
• Ability to teach Art to GCSE and A-level standards.
• Experience in delivering creative and challenging lessons.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Art department, maintaining high academic standards.
• Deliver the subject to GCSE and A-level.
• Contribute to the broader pastoral care of students.

Skills

Passion for Art

High academic qualification in Art

Teaching specialisms: Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture

Creative lesson planning

Innovative teaching methods

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Package Description

Head of Art

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Head of Art, committed to the quality of learning and teaching and to providing an engaging and inspiring experience for the pupils. You will lead a supportive and committed Art department.

Main purpose of the role

You will be able to deliver the subject to GCSE and A-level standard, and have experience of teaching Fine Art to a high level. You will convey interest and passion for the subject in the classroom.

We are looking for a candidate with high expectations of students, who will maintain the high grades achieved in recent years while also promoting a love of the subject inside and outside the classroom.

This is a full-time permanent post. Loretto has its own salary scale and salary will be determined by experience and aptitude for the role.

Experience, skills and qualifications

You will have a recognised teaching qualification and be registered with the GTCS or in the process of achieving this.

You will also have the following skills and experience:

• a passion for Art in general, and an ability to share this with pupils
• a high level of academic qualification in Art
• ability to teach one or more of the following specialisms Painting, Printmaking or Sculpture to a high level is essential.
• the ability to plan, prepare and deliver creative and challenging lessons to all age groups, with an emphasis on practical aspects of the subject
• the confidence to use innovative teaching methods that enhance learning and teaching
• the creativity to produce resources which contribute to teaching and departmental development
• good organisational skills and punctuality
• able to work as part of a team and to share ideas with colleagues

All members of staff have broader roles in the pastoral care of children and the extra-curricular life of the school which would include opening the Art department outside lessons. You will be a tutor to around ten tutees and will also undertake an evening duty in a boarding house once a week.

Application

If you think that this is the right opportunity for you, please apply through the School Talent website. As part of the application process, you will be asked to submit a CV and provide a statement outlining why you would be suitable for the post.

If you have any questions about the application process please contact the school.

You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this post.

Interviews are expected to will take place week commencing week beginning 9 February 2026.

Closing Date: Sunday 1 February 2026 at 11:59pm

Benefits

• Family friendly policies
• Free lunches during term time
• School Fees Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance programme
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community