Head of Creative Arts

Overview

We are seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Head of Creative Arts to lead and develop our vibrant Creative Arts faculty, encompassing Art, Textiles, Drama and Music, within the context of our Catholic ethos. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner and leader who is passionate about the transformative power of the arts and committed to fostering creativity, collaboration and excellence.

The ideal person will be passionate about teaching and learning, who loves teaching children and has high expectations both of themselves, other colleagues and children, also having the ability to bring out the best in others.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for the faculty, supporting the recognised high-quality teaching and learning already in existence at the College, as well as curriculum innovation and inclusive practice. They will work closely with staff to nurture student talent, promote creative expression, and continue to ensure that the Creative Arts play a central role in the cultural and spiritual life of St.

Bede’s.

We are seeking a leader who combines strong organisational skills with artistic vision and who is committed to supporting the mission and values of our Catholic school, helping students to grow academically, creatively and personally.

Teaching within the faculty is supported by purpose-built studios, workshops, and performance spaces. The faculty is very well equipped, allowing students to explore many different ways of working, both practically and digitally.

As a leader within St. Bede’s, the Head of Creative Arts Faculty is expected to provide creative leadership, aiming to strengthen the faculty’s external profile both locally and nationally.

St Bede’s has a diverse community of students and we would be pleased to receive interest from applicants of all backgrounds.

• Provide strategic leadership for the Creative Arts faculty (Art, Textiles, Drama and Music) within a Catholic ethos.
• Support high-quality teaching and learning, drive curriculum innovation and inclusive practice.
• Nurture student talent, promote creative expression, and maintain the central role of Creative Arts in the school’s cultural and spiritual life.
• Lead with strong organisational skills and artistic vision to strengthen the faculty’s external profile locally and nationally.
• Collaborate with staff to foster creativity, collaboration and excellence across the faculty.

• Experience as a practitioner and leader in an arts-focused environment.
• Ability to teach Art to A level.
• Commitment to the mission and values of a Catholic school; supports student academic, creative and personal growth.
• Strong personal and professional standards, and the ability to work as part of a team.

• A school fully dedicated to developing every child to reach their full potential, irrespective of ability or prior attainment.
• Collaborative working to support an effective balance between home and work.
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals keen to develop and learn.
• Excellent CPD opportunities through mentoring and coaching.
• ECT support program and new staff mentoring; comprehensive induction.
• Onsite parking; free Employee Assistance Programme; teacher pension scheme.
• Marking and Communications policies designed to reduce workload;
  DfE Staff Wellbeing Charter.
• Cycle to work scheme; free use of the college gym.

If you are a talented teacher with the passion and ability to be a great leader and would like to play a significant role in the future of this great place of learning, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Please complete the application form and submit this with a letter outlining your experience and suitability for this role. Your application should include your GCSE and A level results and those of your school for the past two years.

The closing date for applications will be noon on Monday 23rd February 2026.

Safeguarding Statement

St Bede’s is committed to the protection and safety of its pupils and promoting their welfare.

We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online screening, qualification verification and evidence of your right to work in the UK.