Lead Teacher of Art and Photography - Full-time

Invicta Grammar School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-4058-598T
• Posted:11/06/2025
• Pay:MPR/UPR
• Start Date:January 2026
• App Close Date:30/06/2025 at 09:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Lead Teacher of Art and Photography 

We are seeking to recruit an inspiring and dynamic Head of Art and Photography to lead our inspiring and forward-thinking department within our high-achieving girls grammar school. The successful candidate will have a clear vision for the development of Art and Photography, a passion for fostering creativity, and the ability to lead, manage and motivate staff and students alike. 

You will be responsible for driving outstanding teaching and learning, leading curriculum development, and ensuring that students of all abilities are supported to achieve their full potential.  As Lead Teacher, you will champion the arts across the school, promote enrichment opportunities, and contribute to the wider cultural life at Invicta.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and innovative practitioner to take the next step in their career and shape the future of visual arts in a supportive and forward-thinking school environment. 

The role is for committed and motivated professionals who would like to work in a school that provides a wealth of opportunities for both its students and staff, along with wanting to be part of a family friendly, team-based workforce. This post would be suitable for experienced teachers. It should also be of interest to candidates who have or have not had previous grammar school experience.

Come and join our dedicated team of professionals who are always willing to support new staff in the best interests of our students. Our school continually evolves in our drive for excellence; we aspire to provide Outstanding Care, Outstanding Education and Outstanding  

Closing date for applications is:  Monday 30 June 2025. 

Applications should be sent to n.fitzgerald@invicta.viat.org.uk

An Application Form can be found on our website at:  Application Forms - Invicta Grammar School (viat.org.uk) 

Applications will be considered upon receipt (early applications are encouraged) and interviews will take place as soon as possible and, as a result, this vacancy may close early.

In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CV’s.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. 

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy can be found in the policy section on our website. 

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.

Information about the school

Invicta Grammar School is a popular and high-achieving selective secondary school for girls, which welcomes boys into the Sixth Form. With over 1600 students on roll, including nearly 400 in the Sixth Form, the school is widely recognised as a beacon of excellence, innovation and collaboration.

Set within the Valley Invicta Academies Trust (VIAT) main campus, based in Maidstone, the school has enviable indoor and outdoor facilities, including a state-of-the-art Sports Hall.

The school has an innovative curriculum, which emphasises the development of the ‘whole’ student and which inspires, challenges and prepares students for life. There are many personal development opportunities and there is particular passion for the Arts, Music and Sport.

The team at Invicta are specialists in their subjects and keen to collaborate with colleagues across the school and, more widely, the Trust (VIAT).

Invicta is proud to have achieved the International School Award and the Wellbeing Award for Schools.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs N Fitzgerald
• Address:Huntsman Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 5DS
• Telephone: (01622) 755856
• Email: n.fitzgerald@invicta.viat.org.uk

Fax: (01622) 678584

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy
• Lead Teacher of Art and Photography Information Pack