Art and Design & Technology Teacher

Job Description Purpose of the Role The Art and Design & Technology Teacher at Smart Vision School is responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive, and high-quality computing lessons that develop students’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in Art, digital literacy, and computer science. The teacher creates a positive and inspiring classroom environment, adapts teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs, and fosters creativity, problem-solving, and curiosity. This role aligns with UK Teachers’ Standards, KHDA Education Inspection Framework, and UAE MoE requirements, ensuring excellence in teaching, safeguarding, inclusion, and student wellbeing. The teacher maintains strong communication with parents and colleagues and contributes to the broader SVS community. Key Responsibilities Teaching and Learning • Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging computing lessons for students across appropriate year groups. • Use strong subject knowledge, pedagogical skills, and technology expertise to inspire and motivate learners. • Incorporate ICT tools, coding platforms, and digital technologies to enhance learning. • Differentiate lessons for Students of Determination, ELL learners, and students with diverse abilities. • Encourage students to become independent, confident, and lifelong learners. • Model best practice in digital literacy, computational thinking, and problem-solving. Assessment, Recording, and Reporting • Assess and track student progress, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement. • Support students in setting targets and achieving their potential. • Prepare oral and written reports for parents and colleagues. • Maintain accurate records of students’ academic, personal, and social development. Pastoral and Behaviour Responsibilities • Establish and maintain clear, consistent expectations for behaviour. • Promote respect, empathy, and inclusion within the classroom and school community. • Take proactive measures to safeguard students from bullying, discrimination, or harm. • Support students’ wellbeing, personal development, and digital citizenship. Curriculum Development • Plan and prepare schemes of work and lesson plans aligned with the British National Curriculum. • Contribute to the development of teaching resources, assessments, and enrichment activities. • Embed UAE heritage, culture, and values where appropriate. • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high-quality computing provision across the school. Professional Development and Contribution • Engage in continuous professional development, reviewing teaching effectiveness. • Participate actively in departmental and whole-school meetings. • Support after-school clubs, competitions, and school initiatives. • Maintain professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality at all times. Essential Skills, Qualifications, and Experience • Qualified teacher with specialism in Computing, ICT, or Computer Science. • Minimum two years’ teaching experience in a school setting. • Strong understanding of assessment, differentiation, and inclusion. • Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. • Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and wellbeing requirements. Desirable • Experience teaching in UAE or international schools. • Familiarity with KHDA inspections, SEF, SIP, and UAE MoE ICT curriculum. • Experience with coding platforms, robotics, and emerging technologies. Competencies and Attributes • Passionate about computing and technology. • Innovative, adaptable, and creative in lesson design. • Empathetic, approachable, and collaborative team player. • Strong organisational and classroom management skills. • Commitment to inclusion, student wellbeing, and high standards of teaching. • Integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in all interactions. Alignment to Standards UK Teachers’ Standards • Set high expectations and promote student progress. • Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and effective planning. • Adapt teaching to meet the strengths and needs of all learners. • Make productive use of assessment and manage behaviour effectively. • Fulfil wider professional responsibilities. KHDA SEF & Education Inspection Framework • Student Achievement and Progress • Teaching for Effective Learning • Personal Development, Behaviour, and Wellbeing • Provision for Students of Determination • Leadership, Collaboration, and Professional Responsibilities School Improvement Plan (SIP) Alignment • Deliver computing outcomes supporting whole-school strategic goals. • Embed digital literacy, computational thinking, and innovation across the curriculum. UAE Ministry Of Education Alignment • Deliver lessons according to MoE computing curriculum requirements. • Embed UAE heritage, culture, and values in teaching and learning. • Ensure students develop 21st-century skills and digital competence. 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 strong

Essential: Qualified teacher with specialism in Computing, ICT, or Computer Science. Minimum two years’ teaching experience in a school setting. Strong understanding of assessment, differentiation, and inclusion. Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and wellbeing requirements. Desirable: Experience teaching in UAE or international schools. Familiarity with KHDA inspections, SEF, SIP, and UAE MoE ICT curriculum. Experience with coding platforms, robotics, and emerging technologies.

Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging computing lessons for students across appropriate year groups. Use strong subject knowledge, pedagogical skills, and technology expertise to inspire and motivate learners. Incorporate ICT tools, coding platforms, and digital technologies to enhance learning. Differentiate lessons for Students of Determination, ELL learners, and students with diverse abilities. Encourage students to become independent, confident, and lifelong learners. Model best practice in digital literacy, computational thinking, and problem-solving. Assess and track student progress, provide constructive feedback, and support students in setting targets. Prepare oral and written reports for parents and colleagues. Maintain accurate records of students’ academic, personal, and social development. Establish and maintain clear expectations for behaviour; promote respect, empathy, and inclusion; safeguard students from bullying or harm; support wellbeing and digital citizenship. Plan and prepare schemes of work and lesson plans aligned with the British National Curriculum; contribute to resource development; embed UAE heritage and values; collaborate to ensure high-quality computing provision. Engage in professional development; participate in meetings; support after-school clubs and school initiatives; maintain professionalism and confidentiality.