Teacher of Primary Art

Job description / Role

Job overview

Hartland International School seeks to appoint an exceptional teacher of primary art to support our expansion and provision across this phase of the school.

Our school

As we enter our 11th year, Hartland has established a reputation for excellence in learning, teaching and leadership in the region. Our student body consists of just over 2000 students from nearly 110 nationalities, making Hartland a truly unique and international community where a strong blend of academic challenge, enrichment opportunities and pastoral support for all, targets and inspires excellence. All that we do is underpinned by a values-based family community of teachers, children and parents providing the best possible education for every child in our care.

The post

Due to our expansion, applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals who are passionate and forward thinking and who will thrive in the vibrant learning environment of Hartland. By being ambitious, not only for students but for yourself, you will help us build and maintain a successful programme of study in art by sharing in the responsibility for teaching, learning, enrichment and pastoral care. The successful candidate will also be expected to make a contribution to our unique and strong enrichment programme which ensures that learning and opportunity are diverse for all.

Art, craft & design is taught across all key stages, from years 1 to 9, with a curriculum that aligns with the English National Curriculum but is tailored to meet the needs of each individual pupil. At both GCSE and A level, students follow the Edexcel Art and Design and Edexcel Photography courses, developing their creative, technical, and analytical skills through a range of practical and contextual studies.

Our dedicated art department boasts a suite of five purpose-built rooms, including a photography studio and a ceramics room, all overseen by a full-time art technician. Each classroom is equipped with an interactive whiteboard and three sinks, ensuring a well-equipped learning environment.

We firmly believe in providing students with opportunities beyond the classroom, recognizing the value of competitions and extracurricular activities in enhancing their learning experience. Throughout the year, we organize various trips to support exam preparation and coursework development. Additionally, we offer a diverse range of in-house clubs catering to students from primary through to secondary levels, allowing them to explore the joys of art at every stage.

At the end of the academic year, we celebrate students' hard work and creativity through our art & design showcase, which runs for two weeks.

The successful candidate will:

• Hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification in primary teaching
• Have experience of teaching primary art in the UK or in an international setting or evidence of personal artwork would be welcomed
• Have a minimum two years teaching experience
• Have exceptional communication skills
• Be committed to the Hartland values

In return you will have the opportunity to work in a premium state-of-the-art modern school with a committed and dedicated staff. We have a pro-active approach to continuing professional, personal development and wellbeing, and the successful candidate will join a school where our values and our community are integral to our ethos. You will receive a competitive and attractive tax-free salary, high quality fully furnished accommodation, private medical insurance, annual airfare to home country and an end of service gratuity.

Safeguarding statement

Policies for safer recruitment are aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. At Hartland International School we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

The school is also committed to equality of opportunity and to the culture and principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

The closing date for this position is 5 December 2025. Early applications are encouraged as we may interview on receipt of applications, prior to the closing deadline. Interviews will take place in Dubai and London in January. Start date for this position is August 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a video of them teaching unless they are UAE based, in which case they will be invited to teach a lesson in school.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.