JOB VACANCY: Head of Foundation and Head of BA (Hons) Fine Art & Illustration (2 roles)
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Employer: City & Guilds of London Art School

Salary: pro rata FTE salary of £56,500

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 30th September 2024

 

Who we are:

We are a distinctive specialist Art School based in Kennington, London. Offering programmes that span fine art, craft and conservation, we are characterised by our commitment to historical and contemporary research, and the intensity of our connection with materials and techniques. Across our 170-year history, we’ve stayed small and true to our roots, led by practising artists, conservators and makers, so that every student enjoys the benefit of being part of an energised and characterful community of practitioners.

We are committed to developing and widening the reach of our offer in the context of a changing world and are seeking a Head of Foundation (0.5FTE): to be responsible for the overall coordination, delivery and leadership of the Art School’s Foundation Diploma Course in Art and Design.

We are also seeking a new Head of BA (Hons) Fine Art and Illustration (0.6 FTE): to provide academic leadership of these subjects at BA and Graduate Diploma level, including responsibility for planning and administration of teaching and assessment, curriculum development, quality assurance and student recruitment.

Ideal candidates will have significant experience of teaching and learning within higher education and be aware of recent developments in this context. They will have a track record in leading strategic curricular development and course leadership at the respective levels and be effective in the building of relationships at all levels including external partners and stakeholders, and will fully engage with the Art School’s ethos and mission.

Closing date for applications is: 12.00 noon on 30 September 2024

 

Job Description & Person Specification:

Head of BA (Hons) Fine Art & Illustration

Head of Foundation Art & Design

How to apply:

Please send your completed Job Application Form, setting out how your knowledge and experience meets the person specification, and CV to Mari Shiba at: jobs@cityandguildsartschool.ac.uk.

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