Head of Department Art

TES FE News; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational federation seeks a Head of Art Department to inspire and lead the Art education team. The ideal candidate will have proven teaching success and the ambition to develop a dynamic curriculum, engaging students in Art, Photography, and Textiles education. This role offers professional development opportunities and a supportive environment in a well-regarded academy.

Benefits

Free lunches

Benenden health membership

Early finish on Friday

Free fitness classes

Discounted gym membership

Staff appreciation awards

Professional development opportunities

Financial support for career development

Cycle to work scheme

Saturday and holiday paid programme

Qualifications

• Experience leading a department or area of responsibility.
• Track record of successful teaching.
• Commitment to personal excellence and innovative education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Art Department within the Expressive Arts and Technology Learning Area.
• Inspire students in Art, Photography, and/or Textiles.
• Support and develop the Learning Area's success.

Skills

Leadership

Passion for Art education

Organisational Skills

Teaching across different key stages

Job description

Job Overview

Work Pattern: 40 hours per week

Interview dates: TBC

Location: Mossbourne Fobbing Academy, Southend Road, Corringham, Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, SS17 8JT

Working for The Mossbourne Federation

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, of course expectations of staff are high. In return, we engage with, and support our workforce, with great benefits and by creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

Benefits

Staff Benefits

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:

• The Mossbourne Allowance (T&Cs apply)
• Free lunches (T&Cs apply)
• Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week
• Benenden health membership, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation
• Early finish on Friday – secondary academies
• Free staff fitness classes
• Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes
• Discounts at local restaurants
• Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs
• Saturday and holiday paid programme
• Special leave scheme
• Staff appreciation awards and events
• First rate professional development and career opportunities
• Financial support for career development (T&Cs apply)
• ‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff (T&Cs apply)
• Additional remuneration for exam board marking (T&Cs apply)
  
  

The Role

The successful applicant will be lead the Art Department which is within the Expressive Arts and Technoloy Learning Area; they will be passionate about Art education and have the drive and ambition to lead a department that inspires and excites a future generation of students who share a love of their subject. They will be well organised, energetic and willing to go the ‘extra mile’ for our students. They will have a proven track record of successful teaching across different key stages and believe that all students will succeed in their study of Art, Photography and/or Textiles.

We are looking for an educator and leader with the vision, grit, and academic acumen to support and develop the Learning Area’s success. We encourage applications from teachers with experience leading a department or with a track record of holding an area of responsibility who are ready to embrace the responsibility of being a member of a whole academy leadership team.

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.