Head of Department

Clay College Stoke


Job: Head of Department

Job: Head of Department

Organisation: Clay College Stoke

Postcode: ST6 3PE

  • Job Title: Head of Department
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Crafts
  • Role: Teaching
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 30 Mar 2026

  • Location:

    West Midlands

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Job Summary

An exciting opportunity for a full-time Head of Department to join our amazing team of staff and students at Clay College Stoke.

Job Description

Clay College Stoke is a unique, independent college with an international reputation, teaching ceramic skills to the highest level in Stoke-on-Trent. Run by professional potters, the college delivers a comprehensive two-year Diploma course to fourteen full-time students, alongside public masterclasses and evening classes for the wider ceramic community. We are looking for a full-time Head of Department to oversee the delivery of the teaching programme, to lead and support our small team of teaching staff, to co-ordinate the running of the studio, and to support and advance our mission. We are looking for someone who is self-motivating, pro-active and highly-organised. In return we offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment, a competitive salary, pension contributions and 25 days holiday a year plus public holidays.

Job Requirements

Our ideal candidate will be friendly, pro-active, and creative, and will have: – commitment to high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for our students. – excellent organisational skills – sound people management and motivational skills – experience of budget management – at least 5 years as a professional maker and 3 years teaching ceramics.

How to Apply

Please email: [email protected] to request a full job description and application form.
The deadline for applications is 11pm on Sunday 5th April.

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