Permanent/Full Time For September 2026 Wood Green School is looking for a talented and dynamic leader to lead our Creative Arts department.
Delivering Fine Art, Graphics and Textiles, the Creative Arts department is popular with students and an important part of our commitment to developing creativity.
In September 2026, the department will move into a new home within our newly-built STEAM block, shared by Creative Arts and Science. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the department into this new chapter.
Wood Green is an oversubscribed 11-18 Academy school in the thriving town of Witney, close to the Cotswolds and with excellent transport links to Oxford and London. Our strong reputation and results improving year-on-year have led to a rapid rise in student applications. We believe strongly in a culture of mutual respect and strong relationships, underpinned by our LEARNWell values. Our school mission is "to develop exceptional, well-qualified and well-rounded young people who make a positive contribution to our school, our community and the world". This demonstrates our commitment to the whole child, academically and personally.
Qualifications
* Has a clear, compelling vision for outstanding Creative Arts education.
* Is an excellent classroom practitioner with experience developing teaching within a team.
* Demonstrates strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and inspire others.
* Is reflective, committed to professional growth, and keen to continue developing throughout their career.
* Is passionate about helping young people become confident, creative and well-rounded individuals.
Responsibilities
* Lead a committed team of specialist teachers across Fine Art, Graphics and Textiles.
* Champion high-quality teaching and learning that inspires students of all ages and abilities.
* Drive an ambitious, inclusive vision for the Creative Arts, ensuring students thrive both academically and personally.
* Develop curriculum innovation, high standards of assessment, and a rich co-curricular offer.
* Work collaboratively with senior and middle leaders to contribute to whole-school improvement.
* Model our values and nurture a culture of belonging, creativity, excellence and aspiration.
Permanent/Full Time for September 2026. Main/Upper Pay range + TLR 2 (3b) £8,611.
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