Head of Creative – Shaftesbury
Full-Time | Start Date: Jan 2026
A secondary school in Shaftesbury is seeking an inspiring and experienced Head of Creative to lead their creative curriculum, including art, design, drama, music, and media studies. This is a full-time position starting in January 2026.
The successful candidate will:
* Lead and manage the Creative Arts department, fostering innovation and high-quality teaching across all creative disciplines
* Develop a vision for creative learning that engages students and helps them achieve their full potential
* Support, mentor, and train staff to deliver outstanding creative teaching and learning
* Monitor student progress and adapt provision to meet individual needs and aspirations
* Work closely with families, external partners, and the wider school community to enrich students’ creative experiences
The school can offer:
* A vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student’s creativity is valued
* A committed and collaborative staff team
* Strong leadership support and opportunities for professional development
* Well-resourced creative facilities, including studios, performance spaces, and technology to enhance learning
This role is ideal for an experienced teacher or creative leader passionate about inspiring young people and shaping the future of creative education.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.