Head of Art and Design Technology

HMC (Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference); Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in the UK is seeking a Head of Art and Design Technology to lead a newly merged department. This full-time role involves shaping an innovative curriculum while nurturing students' creativity in a well-resourced environment. Candidates must demonstrate experience in teaching various disciplines including Fine Art and Product Design. The school emphasizes high academic standards and a commitment to safeguarding students.

Qualifications

• Passion for nurturing creativity in students.
• Experience in teaching Fine Art, Photography, Product Design, Textiles, and Food & Nutrition.
• Ability to achieve outstanding GCSE and A-Level results.

Responsibilities

• Lead the newly merged Art and Design Technology department.
• Shape a curriculum across various creative disciplines.
• Nurture the next generation of artists and designers.

Skills

Inspiring leadership

Expertise in Art and Design Technology

Curriculum development

Commitment to student welfare

Job description

Teaching careers in HMC independent schools

Sir William Perkins’s School is seeking an inspiring and visionary leader to head our newly merged Art and Design Technology department – a dynamic hub of creativity that brings together two highly successful, well‑resourced teams. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape a curriculum that spans a broad spectrum of disciplines, including Fine Art, Photography, Product Design, Textiles, and Food & Nutrition.

Head of Art and Design Technology

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Permanent

Full-time

With outstanding facilities and a culture that celebrates innovation, we are looking for someone with the passion, expertise, and ambition to nurture the next generation of artists, designers, and creative thinkers. We have spacious, well‑lit specialist art studios, a photography darkroom, dedicated print room, kiln, fully equipped workshop for wood, metals, and plastics, CAD studio, laser cutter, 3D printers, hybrid kitchen, textiles rooms, and more. Both Art and Design Technology consistently achieve outstanding GCSE and A Level results.

How to apply

Please complete the online application form. We are unable to accept CVs.

Closing date for applications: 23 November 2025

Interviews will be held: TBC

Early applications are encouraged as the School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to sponsor overseas applicants.

About us

Sir William Perkins’s School is a high‑performing, academically selective, independent school for approximately 600 students aged 11–18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It is located on an attractive 12‑acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two‑minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.

Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

12 The Point, Rockingham Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7QU