Your newpany
Hays Education are working in partnership with a forward-thinking secondary school in North London to recruit an ambitious Head of Art & Technology. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic department within a school that values creativity, innovation, and high-quality teaching and learning.
Your new role
As Head of Art & Technology, you will lead the strategic development and delivery of a broad curriculum across Art, Design Technology, and related creative subjects at KS3–KS4, with the potential to support KS5 provision.Key responsibilities include:
1. Leading and managing the Art & Technology department, including staff development and performance
2. Designing and implementing an engaging, creative and skills-based curriculum
3. Driving student attainment and engagement across practical and creative subjects
4. Overseeing resources, facilities, and health & safety within specialist areas
5. Promoting creativity and enrichment opportunities, including exhibitions and projects
6. Contributing to whole-school improvement and raising the profile of creative subjects
What you'll need to succeed
7. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
8. Strong experience teaching Art, Design Technology, or a related subject at secondary level
9. Previous leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
10. Passion for creative education and raising student aspirations
11. Strong organisational,munication, and leadership skills
What you'll get in return
12. Opportunity to lead and shape a thriving creative department
13. Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
14. Access to high-quality CPD and leadership development
15. Ongoing support from a dedicated Hays Education consultant