Head of Art

We are seeking an outstanding, passionate, and innovative teacher to take the lead of our Art department and drive it forward with vision and creativity. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational educator to shape the artistic journey of our students, fostering their creativity, curiosity, and confidence.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Head of Art to support the school in achieving its operational and strategic aims to drive it forward on its rapid improvement journey, ensuring our students have access to high-quality teaching and learning opportunities.

We are looking for a well-qualified, experienced and enthusiastic teacher to lead the Art department; there will be ample scope for innovation and creative, imaginative thinking.

The central focus of all Head of Subject posts is to secure the achievement of the highest quality teaching, together with continuous improvement in student learning and attainment. This involves the development, management and maximising of staff skills and expertise.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who can:

• Lead a team of practitioners.
• Work collaboratively to develop the curriculum intent and implementation.
• Develop positive relationships with students.
• Show enthusiasm for learning and be able to share your own expertise with others.
• Be committed to working as part of a team.
• Commit to raise the achievement of all students.

About The Beacon School

The Beacon School is part of the thriving GLF Schools Multi-Academy Trust. We proudly serve our local community and are, once again, oversubscribed with student applicants. Our core purpose is to strive for exceptional student progress and wellbeing. Our teaching staff are well-supported in developing an outstanding curriculum alongside a broad range of enrichment and extra-curricular opportunities.

We know that we get the best out of all our staff when we invest in them. Staff are trusted and their professional development is a key priority. Colleagues have access to an extensive programme of internal and external training opportunities and being part of one of the largest trusts in the country ensures our colleagues’ excellent career opportunities. The school is an exciting and innovative place to work.

Why work at The Beacon School

You will:

• Join an exceptionally warm and welcoming team of staff
• Teach students who want to learn
• Be supported by a highly experienced team in the Faculty
• Have access to an excellent programme of CPD
• Have the opportunity to be coached and/or become a coach
• Be able to collaborate and develop your career alongside other colleagues from across the 43 GLF Schools
• Receive a laptop and the use of IRIS technology to help you shape your teaching
• There is a large range of extra-curricular activities and visits to become involved with and a strong and supportive staff body with a number of staff social events.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Teachers pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Salary: MPR/UPR plus TLR2

Contract Type: Full-time and Permanent

Closing Date: Friday 8th May at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC