What skills and experience we're looking for Excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching your subject.
Detailed knowledge of current curriculum and pedagogical developments in the teaching of your subject and the wider curriculum.
Understanding of Exam Board specifications.
Hold a recognised degree (or equivalent) with a good classification in a relevant subject teaching qualification (QTS.) Commitment to own self development Recentexperience of leading and developing within a team.
Ability to teach your subject area up to Key Stage 4.
What the school offers its staff We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Professional development and career progression
* Blue Light Card
* Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
* An Employee Assistance Programme
* Free eye tests
* Cycle to work scheme
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Make a difference every day.
At Gloucester Academy, part of the Greenshaw Learning Trust, we are seeking a passionate and proactive Head of Arts to join our team.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in a supportive, forward-thinking environment where collaboration and purpose drive everything we do.
About the role: The Head Of the Arts will play a key role in establishing a culture where creativity is celebrated and where students have access to a rich programme of curricular and extracurricular artistic opportunities.
You will provide strategic leadership and oversight of the school’s Arts provision, including Drama, Music and Art.
The role is responsible for ensuring that the Arts are a vibrant, high-quality and visible part of school life, delivering exceptional teaching, enrichment and performance opportunities for students.
About our school: Gloucester Academy ensures that students and staff can develop and learn in a disruption free environment with exceptional standards.
Our school is dedicated to the achievement of all and as such we provide exceptional training and education not only for our students but also for our staff whom we value equally.
Gloucester Academy has an exceptional track record of improvement with results last year making us the 11th most improved school in the country.
Closing date for receipt of applications is the 5th April 2026. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.
Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
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