Head of Art and Design

Role Summary

Pembridge Hall is an independent girls' preparatory school (ages 4-11) of 463 girls set in a tranquil residential square in Notting Hill. The school prepares its pupils for many of the top day and boarding senior schools in the country and therefore works at a level significantly above National Curriculum expectations. We are looking for a Head of Art and Design Technology for a January
2027start. The Head of Art and Design Technology is responsible for ensuring that a high‑challenge and well‑balanced curriculum, in the particular subject area, is taught effectively and consistently throughout the school, leading to the highest standards of learning and achievement for all pupils. They will provide leadership in the organisation and management of a subject, including pupils, staff, premises and environment.

In addition they are expected to promote and support the ethos, aims and vision of the school and maintain its philosophy of education.

• Manage, lead and develop all aspects of Art and Design Technology within the school.
• Line‑manage members of the Department.
• Lead and manage all relevant events, including (but not limited to) inter‑house Art and Design competitions, external competitions, art exhibitions, design technology challenges etc.
• Actively promote performance opportunities across the school.
• Identify talented pupils for Senior School Awards and Scholarships.
• Manage the budget for the Department.

• Experience teaching Art in the primary age range.
• Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Evidence of strong pupil progress and high‑quality Art teaching.
• Ability to use varied teaching strategies to motivate young learners.
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Confident user of ICT.
• Ability to use assessment to raise standards.
• Strong communication skills with children and parents.

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.