Art and Design Teacher

About the Role

مدارس المجموعة العالمية (ISG) is seeking an Art and Design Teacher for a full-time position in the Eastern region of Saudi Arabia, specifically in Al Khobar and Dhahran. This role involves planning and delivering ambitious, inclusive teaching across Key Stage 3 and IGCSE, and at A-Level where required. The curriculum follows the National Curriculum for England at Key Stage 3, BSD’s agreed curriculum, and relevant examination specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and teach a well-sequenced curriculum that builds students’ knowledge, practical skills, and independence across various media and processes.
• Utilize clear explanation, practical demonstration, worked examples, and purposeful practice to teach techniques.
• Develop students’ visual literacy and subject vocabulary, introducing artists, designers, and traditions from diverse cultural and historical contexts.
• Assess, record, and report attainment and progress in line with school expectations, guiding students in developing sketchbooks, portfolios, and final outcomes.
• Plan examination courses to ensure students meet internal and awarding-body deadlines, following relevant requirements for assessment and submission.
• Contribute to shared planning and curriculum review within the Arts Department.

Safeguarding and Professional Conduct

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of students, adhering to ISG's child protection procedures and reporting concerns promptly.
• Maintain professional boundaries and complete all required training.
• Handle sensitive information in line with school procedures, sharing it appropriately to support or safeguard students.
• Participate in professional learning, act on feedback, and use evidence of student learning to evaluate and improve practice.
• Contribute to agreed school priorities and undertake other duties appropriate to the role.

School Ethos and Values

• Support ISG’s mission, “We inspire innovation and compassionate action,” and model its core values of Respect, Acceptance, Integrity, and Responsibility.
• Foster opportunities for pupils to ask questions, think critically, collaborate, make choices about their learning, and take responsibility for their actions, aligning with the ISG Graduate Profile.

Pastoral Care and Family Partnership

• Assume day-to-day pastoral responsibility for the class, establishing clear routines and consistent expectations for behavior.
• Create a welcoming environment where every pupil feels safe, included, and ready to learn.
• Monitor pupils’ attendance, engagement, and well-being, referring concerns in line with school procedures.
• Build constructive relationships with families, communicating clearly about pupils’ learning, progress, and well-being through agreed school channels.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in teaching Art and Design. The ability to adapt teaching to remove barriers and provide appropriate challenge is essential. Experience with the National Curriculum for England at Key Stage 3, IGCSE, and A-Level is required. The role also involves contributing to the Arts & Technology Department and the wider life of the school, including pastoral responsibilities as a form tutor where assigned.