Head of Creative Arts

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Meopham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Leadership Curriculum Development Art Education Design Technology Catering Photography Safeguarding Team Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Creative Arts

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking an exceptional Head of Creative Arts who is keen to lead our department from strength to strength and make a real difference to our children's lives.

  • Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2B
  • Working Pattern: Full Time
  • Start Date: September 2026
  • Close Date: Fri, 15 May 2026
  • School: [Employer hidden]

About the Role

As a key middle leader within the school, you will of course be a fundamental part of our future at the school and we are committed to investing in the future career of the right candidate. The Creative Arts department has state of the art classrooms and comprises of Art, Design Technology and Catering, with aspirations to develop photography too.

Should you wish to gain further experience, we will have opportunities available for secondment to senior leadership and also a funded place on the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership.

We believe passionately in growing our own, and whether your ambition is to become a stalwart Head of Creative Arts that drives the department forward, or you have aspirations to move towards senior leadership, we will define a career path for you.

Benefits

  • Enhanced Maternity Pay
  • Teachers Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
  • Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
  • Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
  • Access to training and development
  • Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • On-site Parking

How to Apply

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Lucy Hodd, at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or [contact hidden].

Applications should be made via TES/Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or [contact hidden].

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] may undertake online searches of any candidates as part of the Shortlisting Process.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Downloads

  • Recruitment Pack
  • Application Form
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