Head Of Art & Design – Secondary Academy In Chichester (January Start)

Marchant Recruitment; Chichester; Sur place; GBP 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

January start

Excellent facilities

Résumé du poste

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an inspirational Head of Art & Design for a creative secondary academy in Chichester, starting January on a full-time, permanent basis. You will lead Fine Art, Photography, Graphic Communication and 3D design, guiding students through portfolio development and contextual studies.

You will manage art spaces, curation schedules, and NEA assessments across KS3–KS5, while line-managing staff and technicians and delivering a strategic vision for the department.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or UK credentials with an honours degree in Fine Art or Visual Arts.
• Strong portfolio and proven GCSE/A-Level outcomes in Art.

Responsabilités

• Provide artistic vision and leadership for the Art department.
• Teach practical and theoretical Art across KS3–KS5.
• Manage studio spaces, equipment, and budgets.
• Oversee GCSE/A-Level portfolios, NEA moderation and exam submissions.
• Organise annual student exhibitions and gallery visits.
• Line-manage teachers and art technicians.

Connaissances

Leadership

Curriculum mapping

Art portfolio

Team management

Stakeholder collaboration

Formation

QTS or UK credentials

Honours degree in Fine Art/Visual Arts

Description du poste

A creative secondary academy in Chichester, West Sussex, is seeking an inspiring Head of Art & Design to lead its Visual Arts faculty on a full-time, permanent basis starting in January.

Job Overview

Art is a thriving discipline at this academy. The successful candidate will take strategic leadership over Fine Art, Photography, Graphic Communication, and 3D design, guiding pupils through portfolio development, contextual studies, and annual public exhibitions.

Working alongside art technicians and teaching staff, you will manage studio spaces, curation schedules, and non-exam assessments (NEA) across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide artistic vision, curriculum mapping, and operational leadership for the Art department

• Teach practical studio and theoretical Art lessons across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5

• Manage studio spaces, print presses, darkrooms, ceramic kilns, and supply budgets

• Oversee GCSE and A-Level portfolio curation, NEA moderation, and external exam board submissions

• Organize annual student art exhibitions, gallery visits, and artist-in-residence workshops

• Line-manage department teachers and art technicians

The School & What’s on Offer

• January Start: Full-time, permanent contract commencing January

• Facilities: Naturally lit studio spaces, ceramics equipment, printmaking presses, and digital darkrooms

• Location: Prime Chichester location with good regional transport access

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or recognized UK credentials with an honors degree in Fine Art or Visual Arts

• Strong personal artistic portfolio and demonstrated success in GCSE/A-Level Art outcomes

• Prior leadership or subject coordination experience in a secondary setting

• An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)