HOD Art and Technology
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HOD Art and Technology - Enfield, North London
Help young people turn ideas into outcomes, and creativity into confidence.
This large Enfield school is looking for a bold, energetic leader to head up Art & Technology. Someone who can bring a team together, raise the bar on teaching and learning, and make the creative curriculum a genuine "heartbeat" of the school.
This is a school with a strong sense of community, high expectations and a culture where staff are supported to grow and thrive.
About the school
- All-through, family feel: many students stay with them right through to Sixth Form, so you get to shape culture and outcomes over time.
- They take development seriously. You'll have access to strong CPD, Trust-wide networking, and opportunities to progress - with a leadership culture that backs its people.
- A thriving Sixth Form: each year around 95% of students progress to university, with many going on to Russell Group / top third universities.
- A modern, purpose-built campus: a vibrant learning environment designed to support a broad curriculum and community life.
- Technology that supports learning: every student (and staff) are equipped to access enhanced learning through iPads.
The role
As Head of Art & Technology, you'll lead the team with clarity and passion - ensuring students experience a creative curriculum that is ambitious, inclusive and brilliantly taught.
You will:
- Lead, develop and inspire the Art & Technology team, driving strong outcomes and a culture of excellent teaching.
- Shape and refine the curriculum so it builds skill, confidence and creativity, and meets the needs of all learners.
- Coach and support colleagues through thoughtful line management, collaboration and day-to-day leadership.
- Use assessment and data intelligently to keep standards high and close gaps quickly.
- Contribute to wider Academy life - enrichment matters here, and creative subjects are a big part of what makes school memorable.
Who they are looking for
You'll be someone who:
- Is a strong classroom practitioner with the presence to lead others and the humility to keep learning.
- Has a track record (or clear potential) to improve outcomes and build consistency across a team.
- Can combine high expectations with real relational warmth - you'll win hearts and move results.
- Brings a "let's make it happen" mindset, aligned to their values of aspiration, achievement, care and resilience.
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⭐ Highlight your department leadership experience at the top of your CV as this HOD role requires proven team management skills
📊 Quantify your teaching outcomes: 'Led Art department of 8 teachers, achieving 92% GCSE pass rates'
🎨 Emphasise creative curriculum development experience as they want someone to make Art & Technology the school's 'heartbeat'
📱 Mention any iPad or educational technology integration experience as all students use iPads for enhanced learning
🎓 Showcase Sixth Form teaching experience if you have it, as 95% of their students progress to university
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- •Led Art and Technology department of 12 teachers across KS3-5, achieving 94% GCSE pass rates and 87% A-Level progression to university
- •Implemented iPad-integrated creative curriculum for 450 students, resulting in 23% increase in student engagement scores
- •Developed CPD programme for 8 department colleagues, leading to 100% Good or Outstanding lesson observations within 18 months
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Your HOD Art and Technology position at this Enfield school immediately caught my attention, particularly the opportunity to make creative subjects the genuine 'heartbeat' of school life. My background in curriculum leadership and team development aligns perfectly with your need for someone who can drive outcomes while fostering creativity and confidence in students.
My background in leading Art and Technology departments has equipped me with the skills to inspire teams, develop ambitious curricula, and use assessment data intelligently to close gaps and raise standards. I am particularly drawn to your all-through approach and the opportunity to shape student outcomes from Key Stage 3 through to Sixth Form preparation for Russell Group universities.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How would you integrate iPad technology into Art and Technology lessons?
- ›What assessment strategies would you use to track student progress in creative subjects?
- ›How do you ensure curriculum progression from Key Stage 3 through to Sixth Form?
- ›What CPD opportunities would you prioritise for your Art and Technology team?
- ›How would you use data to identify and close gaps in creative subject outcomes?
Behavioural
- ›Describe a time when you had to inspire a reluctant team member to improve their teaching practice
- ›Tell me about a challenging curriculum change you implemented and how you managed resistance
- ›Give an example of how you've built relationships with students while maintaining high expectations
- ›Describe a situation where you had to make a difficult decision that affected your department
- ›How have you contributed to whole-school initiatives beyond your subject area?
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Describe a time when you had to inspire a reluctant team member to improve their teaching practice
Tell me about a challenging curriculum change you implemented and how you managed resistance