Head of Art

Head of Art, to include possible 2nd in Creative Arts Faculty, salary negotiable (TLR 2B to be awarded) to join us in January/April 2020.

We are looking for a confident, inspirational and talented teacher of Art, with the vision and drive to motivate and enthuse pupils, building on the successful foundations that we have already created in the Creative Arts Faculty. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional to play a key part in one of our creative subjects.

We are looking for a creative, passionate and energetic teacher who can work with us as we strive to bring about further progress in a popular subject across the whole Academy. Over the past few years; GCSE and A Level Art have continued to be successful at Westfield Academy. 71% of students achieved a 4-9 grade at GCSE and 80% A*-C at A Level. Or results have been consistently on or above the national average, and we want to now move beyond this benchmark. Further opportunities are available as 2nd in Faculty for the right candidate.

At Westfield Academy, we are committed to developing an academic culture where the highest standards are expected of staff and students. The Head of Art post will involve the following, with applications welcome from strong candidates able to:

• Teach and understand the requirements of Art, Craft and Design at GCSE and A-Level, additionally the ability to teach Design Technology or Photography would be an advantage but not essential.
• Implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students • Support colleagues and the subject area as appropriate.
• Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students • Provide a motivating and structured learning experience, which will provide all students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential.
• Contribute significantly to raising standards of students' attainment as a teacher and form tutor.

The successful candidate will be a highly committed and consistent team player, with a true passion for Art and an understanding of the strategies required to motivate and inspire students. They will play a part in promoting the subject throughout the school. We are looking for someone who understands the value of high-quality assessment and uses this to drive planning and progress.

The successful candidate will be expected to draw upon the latest resources and teaching methods in delivering Art across the ability range at KS3 and KS4. As students are increasingly choosing Art at GCSE, our exam cohorts are increasing, and we wish to continue this growth.

We would welcome applications from any teacher who is keen to immerse themselves in a hardworking, supportive, forward looking faculty.

Westfield Academy is…

• A non-selective growing Academy that has achieved positive progress 8 scores for the last 4 years
• Our 2018-19 results are the best we have ever achieved, a result of our collegial and developmental approach that unites both students and staff
• The Academy is growing, with our new build able to accommodate 1600 students. We have our largest ever intake this academic year.
• Our recruitment and development is for a good teacher in every single classroom, united in our aim of the very best achievement for all our students.
• Professional development, training opportunities and performance management are  designed to support the development of all colleagues. Staff have personalised support, with a unity of purpose drawing us all together.
• Our Academy mantra of Believe Strive and Achieve infuses all that we do – for students, staff and the local community, as we move towards an outstanding place to learn and work.

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact us prior to applying and arrange a visit to find out more about our school.

Please contact Details of the post and an application form can be found on our website:

Closing date: 9.00am Monday 21st October 2019
Interview date:  Thursday 25th October 2019

We reserve the right to close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.  Early applications are encouraged. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks.      

Westfield is a school going from strength to strength and the completion of it's new build makes it an even more exciting place to work. Situated in Watford with the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside on our doorstep and the attractions of London just 20 minutes away by train, we are a vibrant, multi-cultural school, noted for being innovative. We offer a genuinely supportive and friendly environment with professional development second to none.

For more information and to apply online : www.teachinherts.com