Primary School Art and D&T Teacher - Academic Year 2027/2028

The English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As per our Safer Recruitment Policy, all applicants must be prepared to undergo stringent child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and criminal record checks.

• →Subject Excellence and Curriculum Delivery: Plan and prepare appropriate schemes of work and lessons in conjunction with class teachers and subject specialists to meet individual pupil needs across KS1 and KS2, closely following the British National Curriculum for Art and Design & Technology.
• →Student Attainment and Progress: Set clear learning targets based on prior attainment, integrating formative and summative assessments into weekly and termly lesson plans to monitor progress and raise student achievement.
• →Classroom & Studio Safety: Provide a stimulating and safe classroom and studio environment, strictly adhering to health and safety measures within Art and D&T spaces.
• →Values and Pastoral Support: Uphold and actively promote the school’s core values (Respect, Integrity, Confidence, Positivity, Empathy), support pupil wellbeing, maintain good discipline, and act as a positive role model inside and outside the classroom.
• →Co-Curricular and School Life Contribution: Run at least two out of three blocks of one-hour activities for the annual Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) programme, supervise pupils, prepare assemblies, and assist with school functions, productions, and sports events.
• →Collaboration and Professional Growth: Work closely with class teachers, subject specialists, and parents, participate in arrangements for further professionaldevelopment (CPD), evaluate and reflect upon teaching practice, and respect and support Kuwaiti culture.

• Student Body: Approximately 770 pupils representing over 53 nationalities, with an average class size of 22 students.
• Curriculum Framework: EYFS and English National Curriculum (Ages 3 to 16).
• Teaching Staff: Experienced, British-trained and qualified teachers.
• Accreditation and Affiliations: COBIS Accredited Member, ISI inspected, BSO, BSME and IAPS affiliated.
• Campus Facilities: Salmiya campus featuring a state-of-the-art Science and Technology Block, Performing Arts Centre, 25-metre swimming pool, refurbished gym, and specialist rooms for DT, ICT, art and music.

Working at TES offers an enriching international career experience set within a hospitable, vibrant culture. The appointment comes with an attractive tax-free salary, generous accommodation allowance, annual return flight allowance, health insurance, and end-of-service indemnity in accordance with Kuwait Labour Law.

Important Residency Notice for Female Applicants:Please note an important point regarding residency and sponsorship in Kuwait. Under current local regulations, female employees are not permitted to sponsor dependents (husband or children) for residency. Conversely, if a candidate's husband secures independent employment in Kuwait, he would be able to obtain his own residency and sponsor dependents. We share this transparently to support candidates in their planning.

Interested candidates are invited to review the Job Description for complete details. Applications should include a completed application form and a letter of application outlining your teaching philosophy and vision for bringing innovative, future-focused ideas to the Science Department.