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Head of Art and Design
North London
01 September 2026
£40,317 - £62,496 plus TLR2C
Permanent
At TeacherActive, we understand the impact high quality teaching has on student outcomes. This is why we have a dedicated permanent recruitment team based in London to support qualified teachers match with the right schools and take the next step in their teaching careers.
Are you an experienced teacher specialising in Art, Design, and Technology?
Do you set high expectations for your student, supporting them to meet their full potential?
Are you ready to step into a leadership role as Head of Department, leading a team of teachers and technicians?
About the role
For September 2026, we are seeking a Head of Art and Design for a high achieving secondary school in North London. The role is open to qualified teachers of Art and Design who are looking to step into departmental leadership or build on their current leadership experience. The successful Head of Art and Design will have a teaching timetable including Art and Design Technology across KS3 and KS4.
This inner London school sets high expectations for staff and students alike. All leaders within the school set a positive and professional example for their teams, consistently leading from the front. Teachers at this school empower their students to achieve their fullest potential; accountability and ownership are instilled in all students across all subjects to give them the best preparation for life beyond secondary school. All school staff provide a firm and supportive approach to academics and behaviour across the key stages.
To be successful for this role, you will:
- Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across the full Art and Design curriculum
- Hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
- Demonstrate confident classroom presence and leadership skills
- Foster positive relationships with your students and team members, setting and maintaining high expectations
- Demonstrate high standards of professionalism
- Communicate clearly and confidently, verbally and in writing
- Hold UK Right to Work
By engaging with TeacherActive for this role, you will gain:
- A dedicated recruitment consultant offering individualised, expert support
- Access to all permanent teaching staff benefits provided by the hiring school, including the Teacher Pension Scheme
- Access to a range of schools and roles across our national school network
- Continuous professional development through our free online portal, My-Progression, with new videos added each week
- Access to our referral scheme which allows you to earn a £100 bonus for each successful referral, in line with our terms and conditions
- The security of partnering with a well-established education company with a proven record of service since 2004
How to apply
If you are interested in this position, click ‘apply now’ to discuss the role, and your experience, in more detail. You can also contact me on [email protected]
If you’re interested in being considered by our permanent recruitment specialists for a different role, follow this link to register your interest.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
