Overview
Head of Department Art and Design 1.0 FTE, Permanent
Welcome to Hadley Learning Community! A vibrant, high-performing secondary school at the heart of the Hadley community in Telford. We are proud to serve our local area and to be part of the Learning Community Trust, offering an inclusive and ambitious education to over 1,250 students aged 11-16. Our vision is simple yet powerful: every child should feel they belong, show respect for themselves and others, be inspired to succeed, and most importantly, enjoy their learning journey. These values underpin everything we do. In our most recent Ofsted inspection (June 2022), inspectors praised our "high expectations for pupils' behaviour" and our "highly ambitious and inclusive curriculum." They concluded that "the school could be judged outstanding if we were to carry out a section 5 inspection now."
Role
Head of Art and Design — We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and visionary leader to head our successful Art and Design department. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead one of the most creative and expressive subject areas in the school, and to shape the future of arts education at HLC.
Responsibilities
* Lead and develop a team of talented staff with energy, innovation and ambition.
* Be committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences.
* Further raise the profile of Art and Design across the school and wider community.
* This post is suitable for both experienced middle leaders and outstanding practitioners ready to take the next step in their career.
* For the right candidate, be open to discussing additional whole-school responsibilities to support professional growth.
Why Join Us
* A 'Good Plus' school (Ofsted, June 2022) with strong leadership, excellent staff support, and a calm, respectful environment.
* An oversubscribed and popular academy, easily accessible via the M54 and M6, within reach of Birmingham, Staffordshire, Shrewsbury and Wales.
* A forward-thinking and ambitious academy, committed to innovation and excellence.
* Part of the Learning Community Trust, offering outstanding CPD, collaboration, and career development opportunities.
* A school that values staff wellbeing, offering benefits such as:
* Comprehensive wellbeing support
* Laptop for professional use
* Access to our on-site gym and swimming pool
Further Information
Our most recent Ofsted report can be found here: https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50188264
Visits
Daniel Roycroft (Headteacher) would be delighted to meet you to discuss the opportunity further. Please email Charlotte Brakes (PA to Headteacher) at charlotte.brakes@lct.education to arrange a visit.
Applications
Please send completed applications to Charlotte Brakes at charlotte.brakes@lct.education. Application forms are available on the school website: https://hadleylearningcommunity.org.uk/secondary/vacancies/ or from Charlotte Brakes.
Application Closing Date: 21st October 2025
Interviews: Week commencing 20th October 2025
The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including a check on the children's barred list) for the successful applicant. References will be checked following the Learning Community Trust recruitment and selection process. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online check will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. We are committed to equality and diversity, and follow Safer Recruitment practices as set out in the Statutory Guidance. For more information regarding our school\'s commitment to safeguarding, please see our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy: https://hadleylearningcommunity.org.uk/secondary/policies-documents
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