Head of Creative Arts (Whole School)

Are you an inspiring and innovative creative arts educator who brings Art and Music to life? Do you thrive in a vibrant, student-centred school that values personalised learning? At Nun Academy, we foster collaboration, creativity and growth—making our learning community truly one of a kind. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Creative Arts to lead Art and Music across the whole school, while also teaching within our Boys Secondary & Senior School. Please note: due to campus restrictions, this position is open to male candidates only. What you’ll doLead and develop Creative Arts (Art & Music) across the whole school, ensuring a coherent, ambitious and engaging curriculum pathway from Primary through to Secondary/Senior. Teach Creative Arts lessons in the Boys Secondary & Senior School (Art and/or Music, depending on specialism and timetable). Drive high-quality teaching and learning through modelling best practice, coaching colleagues, and supporting consistent planning, assessment and moderation. Champion inquiry-rich, skills-based learning that builds creativity, cultural appreciation, performance/creative confidence, and critical thinking. Use assessment intelligently to inform teaching, interventions and enrichment; ensure clear, timely feedback for students and communication with parents. Lead departmental operations: resources, budgets (where applicable), events planning, and safe, effective use of specialist spaces (art rooms, performance spaces, instruments, materials). Enrich whole-school life by developing clubs, productions, exhibitions, performances, competitions, and community partnerships. Work closely with school leadership to embed Creative Arts within the wider curriculum and school values, including cross-curricular projects and whole-school events. About youA degree in Art, Music, Performing Arts, or a related field, plus a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE/QTS or international equivalent). Proven successful experience teaching Cre