Head of Art and DT

Job: Head of Art and DT School: Secondary Academy, Bexley, Southeast London/Kent Annual Salary: Enhanced MPS/UPS (Outer London) £37,928 - £56,217 + TLR2B £8,611 Contract: Permanent, full-time Start date: January 2026 Aston Education is working with an Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary Academy in Bexley, in Southeast London/Kent. They are looking for a permanent Head of Art and DT. The school is part of a respected medium size multi academy trust, and their reputation is built on a tradition of high standards and academic excellence. The School and the MAT offer: An extensive support network Teachers'' pension A wide range of professional development opportunities Attractive benefits package Excellent facilities Free car parking As a Head of Art and DT, you''ll shape and deliver the strategic vision for Art and DT and lead the delivery of high-quality, engaging Art and DT education across key stages 3, 4 and 5. The department has excellent results, and the team is passionate and experienced. The department uses a range of techniques and disciplines including Fine Art, Sculpture, Print making, 3D design, Photography, Food Tech and Hospitality and Catering. They have extensive facilities including dark room, kiln, etching presses, laser cutting, vacuum forming machinery, cameras, access to the latest Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. As a Head of Art and DT you''ll monitor and raise student achievement, lead on assessment and moderation ..... full job details .....