Job Description

Art and Design Technology Teacher

Smart Vision School, Dubai

Smart Vision School is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and ambitious Art and Design Technology Teacher to join our growing school community. This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about creative education and would enjoy working across both Primary and Secondary as we continue to develop and expand our curriculum.

The successful candidate will teach Art across Primary, Design Technology within Key Stage 2 and Art and Design Technology across Key Stage 3, with the opportunity to play a significant role in shaping our future GCSE provision.

We welcome applications from teachers with any Design Technology specialism, including Product Design, Resistant Materials, Food Technology, Textiles, Graphics or other relevant disciplines. We are particularly interested in candidates who can bring creativity, flexibility and practical expertise to a growing department.

About Smart Vision School

Smart Vision School is a growing British Curriculum school in Dubai, currently educating students from FS1 to Year 9. As the school continues to grow, we are developing our Secondary provision with plans to introduce GCSE courses from Year 10 and further expand our curriculum in the years ahead.

We are committed to providing an ambitious, welcoming and inclusive education where every student is known, supported and encouraged to achieve more than they thought possible.

Our Purpose
There is more to unlock in every child.

Our Vision
Curious minds. Strong character. Brave futures.

Our Mission
Inspiring every student to discover what they are capable of.

Our five Core Competencies: Curious, Courageous, Compassionate, Creative and Connected -guide how our students learn, develop and contribute to our community.

As part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), Smart Vision School benefits from being part of a growing global community of schools while retaining its own distinctive identity and strong connection with its families.

The Role

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of Art and Design Technology across the school. The role will include:

• Delivering engaging and high-quality Art lessons across Primary
• Teaching Design Technology within Key Stage 2, which may include Food Technology, Product Design or another appropriate DT specialism
• Teaching Art and Design Technology across Key Stage 3
• Contributing to the development of curriculum maps, schemes of learning and assessment approaches across Art and DT
• Supporting the development of specialist Art and Design Technology spaces, resources and equipment
• Helping to establish an ambitious and accessible pathway towards GCSE Art and/or Design Technology
• Creating opportunities for students to design, make, evaluate and solve authentic problems through practical learning
• Promoting creativity, independence, craftsmanship and high-quality outcomes
• Using technology effectively to enhance designing, creating and learning
• Ensuring practical activities are delivered safely and that appropriate risk assessments, routines and procedures are followed
• Contributing to displays, exhibitions, competitions, enrichment activities and wider school events
• Supporting extracurricular opportunities within Art, Design and Technology
• Working collaboratively with Primary and Secondary colleagues to develop progression in creative and practical learning across the school
• Contributing positively to the wider life, culture and continued development of Smart Vision School

The Successful Candidate

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Holds a recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, PGDE, B.Ed or equivalent
• Has a relevant degree or strong subject background in Art, Design Technology or a related discipline
• Has experience teaching Art and/or Design Technology within a British Curriculum school or similar educational setting
• Is confident working with students across different age ranges
• Has a strong understanding of practical classroom management, health and safety and the safe use of specialist equipment
• Can demonstrate strong subject knowledge within their area of DT specialism
• Is willing and able to contribute across both Art and Design Technology
• Understands how knowledge, skills and creativity should progressively develop from Primary into Secondary
• Has high expectations for the quality and presentation of students' practical work
• Is enthusiastic about helping to develop future GCSE provision
• Builds positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents
• Is reflective, collaborative and committed to professional development
• Shares our commitment to inclusive education and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed

Experience teaching GCSE Art and/or Design Technology would be an advantage, although applications are welcomed from strong teachers who are excited by the opportunity to help develop this provision as the school grows.

Why Join Smart Vision School?

This is an exciting time to join Smart Vision School. Our Secondary provision is growing and we are investing in the curriculum, facilities and specialist spaces required for the school's next phase of development.

For the right candidate, this role provides an opportunity not simply to teach an existing curriculum but to help shape the future direction of Art and Design Technology at Smart Vision School.

We are looking for someone who will bring ideas, energy and creativity to the role and who wants to make a meaningful contribution to a growing school.

Safeguarding

Smart Vision School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including references, identity checks, qualification verification and criminal record/background checks in accordance with UAE requirements and school policy.

Smart Vision School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.