Head of ADT - September Start

Location: Bristol
Full-Time | Head of Department Role
Start Date: September 2026 

I am recruiting alongside a well‑established and highly inclusive secondary school in Bristol to appoint an inspiring Head of ADT. This is a key middle‑leadership opportunity for a creative and forward‑thinking educator to shape and lead a vibrant ADT faculty within a values‑driven school community.

This 11–16 secondary school is known for its strong emphasis on inclusion, creativity and ambition for all students. The school serves a diverse local community and is committed to ensuring every young person develops the confidence, skills and cultural awareness needed to succeed beyond school.

Art, Design & Technology play a central role in the school’s curriculum. ADT is designed to:

• Encourage creative thinking, problem‑solving and innovation
• Develop strong practical, technical and design skills
• Expose students to diverse artists, designers and cultural influences
• Build resilience, independence and pride in students’ creative outcomes
• Prepare learners for further study and careers in creative, digital and technical industries

The successful candidate will join a school that values collaboration, professional growth and high‑quality teaching, with creativity seen as a powerful tool for engagement and personal development.

As Head of ADT, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership across Art, Design Technology and related creative subjects
• Lead an ambitious and coherent ADT curriculum across KS3 and KS4
• Inspire a love of creativity and design through high‑quality teaching and curriculum vision
• Line manage and support ADT staff, promoting professional development and high standards
• Monitor progress, attainment and curriculum impact to drive improvement
• Champion inclusive practice and high expectations for all learners, including SEND
• Work closely with senior leaders to contribute to whole‑school development
• Support enrichment, exhibitions and creative opportunities beyond the classroom

• Experienced ADT teachers ready to step into middle leadership
• Current Heads of Department or subject leads seeking a new challenge
• Creative educators passionate about curriculum design and student empowerment
• Leaders who value inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement

• QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)
• Degree or strong subject expertise in Art, Design Technology, Digital or related creative fields
• Proven experience teaching ADT at KS3 and KS4
• Experience contributing to or leading curriculum development
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to inclusive, high‑quality education
• Enhanced Child‑Only DBS (or willingness to apply)

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your ADT specialism, leadership experience and vision for creative education.

Contact: Emilia Harris
emilia.harris@teachingpersonnel.com
0117 239 1557
️ Closing Date: 30th June 

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