450 Head Of Art jobs in the United Kingdom

The School

Working at Francis Holland Regent’s Park is a wonderful opportunity. As a leading central London Day School, we enjoy an enviable reputation for academic success, with an excellent culture of pastoral care woven into the fabric of our community. We strive to ignite a lifelong love of learning, delivering a well-rounded, and forward-thinking education that sets our pupils up for life. The school is steeped in a rich history and heritage, with a long-standing tradition of excellence stretching back to 1878. The students at Francis Holland Regent’s Park enjoy happy, successful and fulfilling school days and our four values of Knowledge, Compassion, Spirit and Perseverance, underpin the ethos of the School, enabling the students to flourish in an ambitious and supportive educational environment.

The Role

We are seeking an exceptional candidate to lead a thriving Art Department from January 2026 or soon thereafter. Art is a well-regarded and popular subject within the school and pupils achieve impressive results at GCSE and A level. Many students progress to further education in Art at leading colleges of art and universities.

The successful candidate will lead the Art department with confidence, setting high standards for teaching and learning; support and mentor Art staff, be an experienced and enthusiastic subject specialist with excellent contextual knowledge to confidently teach to A Level and beyond and have a good honours degree in Art and a PGCE and/or QTS.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes:

• Wellbeing Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Cover
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free school lunch during term time
• Interest free travel and computer purchased loans
• The Francis Holland Schools Rewards Hub offering a vast range of retail and entertainment discounts
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• 50% fee remission for own daughters
• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• Accredited ECT induction with reduced timetable and mentor support
• Approximately 20 fewer teaching days per year compared to the maintained sector
• Smaller class sizes compared to most maintained schools

For further information and to apply, please visit our website.

Closing date: 8am on 20 October 2025. 

Early application is advised. The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage.

A creative and forward-thinking secondary school in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Head of Art and Design for a full-time post starting in January 2026. The successful candidate will lead the art curriculum and coordinate exhibitions and projects.


Experience and Qualifications:

• 
  Degree in Art, Fine Art, or Design
  * QTS/PGCE
  * KS4/KS5 experience essential
  * Portfolio or evidence of student work desirable

What We Are Looking For:

• A qualified teacher with a degree in Art and Design or a related field.
• Experience teaching Art and Design in a secondary school setting (desirable but not essential).
• Passion for fostering creativity and nurturing talent in students.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• A commitment to promoting high standards of teaching and learning.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the wider school community.

Why Join The School:

• Be part of a forward-thinking school with a supportive and collaborative staff.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful, well-equipped environment with excellent resources.
• A friendly and inclusive school culture where creativity and innovation are encouraged.

If you would like to have more information on the role then please get in touch with Tej from the Academics Buckinghamshire office

Job: Head of Art and DT

School: Secondary Academy, Bexley, Southeast London/Kent

Annual Salary:  Enhanced MPS/UPS (Outer London) £37,928 - £6,217 + TLR2B ,611

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Start date: January 2026

Aston Education is working with an Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary Academy in Bexley, in Southeast London/Kent. They are looking for a permanent Head of Art and DT.

The school is part of a respected medium size multi academy trust, and their reputation is built on a tradition of high standards and academic excellence.

The School and the MAT offer:

• An extensive support network
• Teachers' pension
• A wide range of professional development opportunities
• Attractive benefits package
• Excellent facilities
• Free car parking

As a Head of Art and DT, you'll shape and deliver the strategic vision for Art and DT and lead the delivery of high-quality, engaging Art and DT education across key stages 3, 4 and 5.

The department has excellent results, and the team is passionate and experienced.

The department uses a range of techniques and disciplines including Fine Art, Sculpture, Print making, 3D design, Photography, Food Tech and Hospitality and Catering.

They have extensive facilities including dark room, kiln, etching presses, laser cutting, vacuum forming machinery, cameras, access to the latest Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, as well as a fully equipped kitchen.

As a Head of Art and DT you'll monitor and raise student achievement, lead on assessment and moderation and liaise with exam boards.

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• QTS/QTLS and Art/DT specialism
• Deep understanding of the Art and DT curriculum for KS3, 4 and 5
• Experience teaching Art to KS3, 4 and 5
• Ability to teach Photography and knowledge Photoshop
• Passion to Champion Art and DT across the school

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced head of department, or have experience gained in a second in charge role.

Closing date: As soon as possible
 

Applications: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat about this Head ofArt and DT job and to apply.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Job: Head of Art and DT

School: Secondary Academy, Bexley, Southeast London/Kent

Annual Salary: Enhanced MPS/UPS (Outer London) £37,928 - £6,217 + TLR2B ,611

Contract: Permanent, full-time

Start date: January 2026

Aston Education is working with an Ofsted Good 11-18 secondary Academy in Bexley, in Southeast London/Kent. They are looking for apermanent Head of Art and DT.

The school is part of a respected medium size multi academy trust, and their reputation is built on a tradition of high standards and academic excellence.

The School and the MAT offer:

• An extensive support network
• Teachers' pension
• A wide range of professional development opportunities
• Attractive benefits package
• Excellent facilities
• Free car parking

As a Head ofArt and DT, you'll shape and deliver the strategic vision for Art and DT and lead the delivery of high-quality, engaging Art and DT education across key stages 3, 4 and 5.

The department has excellent results, and the team is passionate and experienced.

The department uses a range of techniques and disciplines including Fine Art, Sculpture, Print making, 3D design, Photography, Food Tech and Hospitality and Catering.

They have extensive facilities including dark room, kiln, etching presses, laser cutting, vacuum forming machinery, cameras, access to the latest Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, as well as a fully equipped kitchen.

As a Head of Art and DT you'll monitor and raise student achievement, lead on assessment and moderation and liaise with exam boards.

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• QTS/QTLS and Art/DT specialism
• Deep understanding of the Art and DT curriculum for KS3, 4 and 5
• Experience teaching Art to KS3, 4 and 5
• Ability to teach Photography and knowledge Photoshop
• Passion to Champion Art and DT across the school

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced head of department, or have experience gained in a second in charge role.

Closing date: As soon as possible

Applications: Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat about this Head ofArt and DT job and to apply.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

• Develop and execute the overall artistic vision and creative strategy for various projects within the arts and entertainment domain.
• Lead and mentor a team of designers, illustrators, and other creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Translate creative briefs into compelling visual concepts and design solutions.
• Oversee the design process from concept development to final execution, ensuring quality and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, production, and other departments to ensure creative alignment with project goals.
• Manage project timelines and resources effectively, ensuring on-time delivery of creative assets.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities to inform creative strategies.
• Present creative concepts and final designs to stakeholders, articulating the rationale and vision behind them.
• Ensure visual consistency and high aesthetic standards across all platforms and touchpoints.
• Manage external agencies and freelance creatives as needed.

• A strong portfolio demonstrating a breadth of creative work across different media, preferably in arts, entertainment, or related industries.
• Extensive experience in a senior creative role, with proven leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• A keen eye for detail, composition, typography, and colour theory.
• Excellent conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working within a hybrid team structure, balancing in-office and remote collaboration.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• A passion for the arts and a deep understanding of visual storytelling.
• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Shakespeare Birthplace Trust

Creative Director

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Salary: Up to £100,000 dependent on experience

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is entering a transformative new chapter - one defined by creative ambition, cultural leadership, and global relevance. As the world’s leading centre dedicated to William Shakespeare, the Trust holds the largest publicly accessible collection of Shakespeare-related material and welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors annually to the playwright’s family homes.

We are now seeking our inaugural Creative Director to shape and deliver a bold, inclusive creative vision that inspires audiences of the future. This is an unparalleled opportunity to lead a globally significant cultural institution into its next era: connecting people, ideas, and communities through the life, works, and legacy of Shakespeare.

Set in the heart of stunning Stratford-upon-Avon, the Trust is a place of discovery, dialogue, and imagination. From immersive exhibitions and participatory programming to groundbreaking research and community partnerships, we are redefining what it means to be a museum of Shakespeare - for everyone.

The Role

As Creative Director, you will:

• Lead content creation and delivery - from exhibitions and interpretation to outreach and audience engagement.
• Shape a strategic, inclusive learning programme that fosters critical thinking and creative expression.
• Establish and grow a dynamic research function, translating academic excellence into public impact.
• Steward our Designated Museum collections, including archives, library, and objects of global significance.
• Champion innovative, audience-led programming in collaboration with artists, educators, and communities.
• Act as a visible ambassador for the Trust - locally, nationally, and internationally.

About You

We’re looking for a visionary leader with:

• A deep appreciation of the transformative power of museums and heritage in shaping cultural dialogue.
• Experience in leading creative programmes, curating collections, and engaging diverse audiences.
• The ability to unite content, collections, research, and learning into a cohesive, future-facing vision.
• A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion - amplifying underrepresented voices.

Whether you come from a museum, heritage, cultural, or academic background, you’ll bring the imagination, leadership, and collaborative spirit to guide the Trust into its next chapter.

Our Values

We are outward-facing, ambitious, innovative, collaborative, excellent, and responsible. We champion equality and strive for diversity in all we do and we especially welcome applications from those underrepresented at senior leadership levels in our sector.

You can find out lots more information about this opportunity by clicking Apply and navigating the details in the microsite using the tabs at the top of the page. 

If after reading the information available, you would like a confidential conversation about the opportunity, contact our recruitment partners at GatenbySanderson:

Rebekah Herz-Bauman, Partner –

Jennie Wood, Research Lead –

Closing date: Monday, 3rd November

Salary:  £75,000 - £85,000 per annum
Hours:  Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm (1-hour lunch break)
Location:  London (Hybrid) with international project scope
Benefits:  Flexible hybrid working; career growth within a globally ambitious team, Car or Car allowance

Creative Director – Redefining Educational Spaces

Are you a visionary creative leader with a passion for transforming environments? We are seeking an exceptional Creative Director  to lead an internationally recognised design team that is redefining the future of education.

This is not your average creative role. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of learning environments worldwide, combining cutting-edge neuroscience with bold, human-centred design. You’ll work on high-profile projects that inspire and empower generations of learners.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and evolve the creative vision across international design projects.
• Champion neuroscience-informed design principles throughout the creative process.
• Inspire, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of designers and thinkers.
• Collaborate closely with clients to deliver transformative environments.
• Push creative boundaries to establish a bold, future-focused design philosophy.

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience within architecture, interior, or experiential design.

• Strong conceptual thinking and expertise in human-centred design.
• Passion for education and belief in its transformative power.
• A confident, innovative voice capable of translating research into inspiring strategies.
• Ambition to lead and influence globally impactful projects.
• International experience is essential, with the ability to travel

Why This Role is Unique:
This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to lead a growing creative force, influence international education design, and leave a lasting mark on how future generations learn. You’ll be part of a team where creativity meets research, and design meets purpose.

If you are a bold creative thinker who thrives on challenge, this is your stage.

I am partnered with a leading fragrance house in the search for a Creative Director to lead the UK perfumery team. This candidate will have expertise in cross-category creative and technical perfumery for the European market and hold a minimum of 8 years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high value fragrance creations across target categories for the UK and European markets.
• Lead the olfactive strategy for the UK, working closely with global leaders.
• Work cross-functionally with R&D, Technical and Commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Qualification from a recognised perfumer training institute e.g., ISIPCA.
• 10+ years of experience as a Perfumer / Senior Perfumer.
• Fluent in English language.

Must be based in the UK or willing to relocate.

If you are interested in this position or would like to refer someone in your network, please contact me directly via email or LinkedIn.

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Creative Director

Location: Beijing, China (Full-time, 12-month renewable contract)

Eligibility: Open exclusively to foreign passport holders

About CGTN and the Role

CGTN is a global media organization committed to delivering authoritative news and analysis to a worldwide audience through TV, mobile, and digital platforms. Based in Beijing, the Creative Director will lead the Packaging Team’s visual storytelling and creative vision—driving brand excellence and narrative impact across CGTN’s global output.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and define the creative direction aligned with CGTN’s visual identity and international standards.

• Oversee end-to-end project development—from conceptualization and scripting to final execution.

• Track and analyze global media and branding trends, infusing fresh thinking and innovation into our workflow.

• Inspire, manage, and develop a diverse team of designers and motion artists in a dynamic cross-cultural environment.

• Collaborate closely with editorial, technical, and external teams to ensure timely and high-quality output.

• Provide strategic creative direction for major international events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Art, Visual Communication, Advertising, or related fields.

• Minimum 3 years in a senior creative role—preferably as Creative Director in an international media setting.

• Proven portfolio of high-impact, internationally recognized projects; industry awards are a strong plus (e.g., Promax, Red Dot, Cannes Lions).

• Demonstrated expertise across media types including promotional videos, studio design, graphic/motion packaging.

• Strong understanding of global creative trends and ability to adapt them within cross-cultural contexts.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey vision and align stakeholders.

How to Apply

Send your CV and portfolio to:

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early applications are strongly encouraged.