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Lead Practitioner of Art & Design – Secondary Academy in York (January Start)

An ambitious secondary academy in York, North Yorkshire, is seeking an imaginative Lead Practitioner of Art & Design to drive artistic rigor, portfolio curation, and faculty coaching starting in January.

Job Overview

This role combines expert practical studio delivery across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE Fine Art / Art, Craft & Design), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level Fine Art) with whole-faculty leadership in visual arts pedagogy.

Working directly alongside senior leadership and creative arts staff, you will model evidence-based studio teaching strategies, lead staff coaching in sketchbook annotation and contextual critique, standardize internal Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) moderation, and direct the annual arts exhibition. This is a full-time, permanent contract.

Key Responsibilities

  • Model exemplary studio teaching across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 (Fine Art, Mixed Media, and Printmaking)

  • Lead departmental coaching and peer observations on sketchbook layout, contextual research, and technique development

  • Standardize internal NEA assessment marks and prepare portfolios for external exam board moderation

  • Maintain studio safety, kiln usage protocols, chemical fixative storage, and material inventories in line with COSHH

  • Analyze progress tracking data to implement targeted portfolio clinics for borderline students

  • Coordinate annual public exhibitions, visits to major galleries, and foundation degree portfolio workshops

Role Overview & Specifications

  • Start Date: January

  • Contract Type: Full-time, permanent contract

  • Location: York, North Yorkshire

  • Salary / Pay Rate: Lead Practitioner Scale (LP1–LP5 equivalent)

  • Key Curriculum: AQA / Edexcel Fine Art

Candidate Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with an honors degree in Fine Art, Visual Arts, or a related creative discipline

  • Demonstrated track record of outstanding GCSE and A-Level Art examination and NEA outcomes

  • Prior experience in peer coaching, curriculum innovation, or NEA moderation leadership

  • High personal artistic standard and knowledge of contemporary/historical contextual sources

  • An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply: Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Lead Practitioner of Art position in York for a January start.

Location
York

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Lead Practitioner of Art & Design – Secondary Academy in York (January Start)

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