What skills and experience we're looking for At Bridgwater College Academy, we believe that exceptional teaching changes everything.
We are seeking an inspiring Head of Art & Design to lead and develop our creative and technical subjects across Art, Photography, Design & Technology, and Food Technology.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader to shape a broad, engaging curriculum that fosters creativity, technical skill, and a passion for design.
You will lead a committed team, drive high standards of teaching and learning, and ensure students are inspired to achieve their full potential.
The successful candidate will have a strong subject background, leadership experience (or clear leadership potential), and the vision to further develop a high-quality, inclusive curriculum that equips students with both creative and practical life skills.
Who We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who has:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Strong subject knowledge in at least one relevant discipline (Art, Photography, DT or Food Technology)
- Proven success in delivering high-quality teaching at Key Stages 3 and 4
- The ability to lead, motivate and develop a team of staff
- Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills
- A commitment to curriculum development and raising standards across multiple subject areas
- Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
- A belief that every student can succeed, supported by excellent teaching
What the school offers its staff We care about our staff and are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment.
In addition to salary, we offer:
- Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and access to a staff wellbeing centre
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to on-site gym facilities at selected locations
- The opportunity to be part of an ambitious and improving all-through academy.
- A supportive and collaborative teaching environment focused on achieving the best outcomes for all students.
Commitment to safeguarding Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment.
Our mission is that all children achieve.
This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
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