Head of Art

Job Title: Head of Art

Start Date: 1 January 202

Location: Chantry Academy, part of the Active Learning Trust

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Closing Date: 26 September 2025

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Head of Art to lead our Art department and inspire creativity in our students. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow a vibrant arts curriculum within a supportive and forward-thinking academy.

As Head of Art, you will:

• Lead and manage the Art department across all key stages

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning

• Develop innovative schemes of work and contribute to whole-school initiatives

• Support the academic and personal development of students through engaging art education

What we offer:

• A supportive, collaborative environment within the Active Learning Trust
• A well-resourced department and creative freedom to develop your curriculum
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Access to the Vivup Benefit System
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Extensive support and development opportunities

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, please contact: Karis Lambert, HR Manager: KLambert@chantryacademy.org. Alternatively, call us on 01473 687181.

The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.

The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months’ probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees’ alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.