About this role
Our school is committed to striving for excellence in all aspects of school life and nurturing links with the parish and the wider community. The school seeks to appoint an enthusiastic, inspirational and talented Subject Leader of Art. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and very successful team working in a school with excellent facilities and very high academic standards.
We are looking for either an experienced subject leader with a proven track record of outstanding outcomes to drive results even further.
Sacred Heart Catholic Secondary School is part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, a family of 38 schools, and two vibrant Sixth Form Colleges. With more than 12,300 students and 1,500 staff, NPCAT is now one of the largest multi-academy trusts in the UK.
Sacred Heart Secondary School is at the heart of the community and it is the positive, caring attitude of all members of our school community that creates the unique nature of the college. The quality of the education we provide reflects an ethos that affords equal opportunities to all, regardless of faith, race or gender. We are a school with high expectations and aspirations for all pupils and we celebrate our commitment to inclusion.
We are looking for a teacher who has:
A passion for providing the best possible education for all students A commitment to maximising achievement through excellence in teaching and learningA strong commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school and the promotion of Christian values A commitment to continual improvement The ability to inspire students and promote a sense of enjoyment of learningAn eagerness to be involved with extracurricular activities in order to enhance the lives of the whole school community
Closing date: Friday 15th May 2026, 9am
Interviews: Week commencing 18th May 2026
Louise Dwyer, our headteacher, welcomes visits to the school. Please contact the school on 01642 487100 or email Sophie Townsend townsend.s@npcat.org.uk to arra