Secondary Art Teacher - Academic Year 26/27

Year 6 & Secondary Art Teacher – Gulf British Academy, Kuwait

Seeking inspiring art educators for an oracy-rich, forward-thinking school

Gulf British Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, talented and vision-aligned Art Teacher to teach Year 6 and Secondary, as part of our growing school in the heart of Kuwait.

Founded in 2005, GBA is a thriving, BSO-accredited British international school catering for pupils from Pre-KG to Year 12. In 2020, we moved into our purpose-built, state-of-the-art campus, reflecting our commitment to providing exceptional learning environments for both pupils and staff.

At GBA, oracy is at the heart of learning. Our Art curriculum plays a key role in developing creative thinkers, confident communicators and reflective learners who can express ideas visually and verbally with clarity and purpose.

We welcome art educators who share this vision and are eager to contribute to our culture of creativity, communication, enquiry and purposeful learning.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a UK-qualified, skilled and passionate Art Teacher who:

• Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils through engaging and supportive learning experiences

• Creates an inclusive, stimulating and visually rich classroom environment

• Delivers high-quality Art lessons across Year 6 and Secondary

• Teaches a range of artistic skills including drawing, painting, mixed media, design and art appreciation

• Embeds oracy, critique, discussion and reflection into creative practice

• Encourages experimentation, creativity and independent thinking

• Plans engaging and progressive schemes of work aligned with the National Curriculum and/or GCSE pathways

• Supports learners in becoming confident, expressive and reflective artists

• Contributes to displays, exhibitions and whole-school creative events

Applicants must be fluent English-speaking graduates holding a UK DfE teacher number or completing their final year of training.

We value educators who bring creativity, new ideas, a growth mindset and a commitment to continuous professional development.

What We Offer

• An excellent package for overseas, qualified teachers including:

• Generous tax-free salary

• Annual flight allowance to/from home country

• Furnished, air-conditioned accommodation or housing allowance

• No monthly utilities

• End-of-service indemnity (in line with Kuwait Labour Law)

• ECT induction (as a BSO-accredited school)

What You Offer

You will be a creative, adaptable and passionate Art practitioner who:

• Delivers high-quality Art lessons across Year 6 and Secondary

• Uses discussion, critique and reflection to deepen artistic understanding

• Demonstrates strong subject knowledge across a range of media and techniques

• Builds respectful, supportive relationships with pupils and families

• Applies assessment effectively to support progression and creativity

• Collaborates with colleagues and contributes to whole-school creative development

• Uses technology where appropriate to support design and digital art

• Contributes enthusiastically to art clubs, exhibitions and enrichment opportunities

• Holds a clean enhanced DBS / police clearance

• Is able to relocate to Kuwait promptly and be ready to teach on 1 September

Essential Requirements

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – PGCE, BEd or equivalent

• UK bachelor’s degree in Art, Fine Art, Design or a related discipline

• Successful and recent teaching experience in a UK or BSO-accredited school

• Experience teaching Upper Primary (Year 6) and/or Secondary Art

• Strong classroom management and high expectations for pupil behaviour

• Strong organisational and communication skills

Application Process

Applications are reviewed upon receipt and early submissions are encouraged.

Interviews may take place at any time during the recruitment window, via Google Meet or in person for candidates already in Kuwait.

If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Gulf British Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification verification, employment checks, reference checks and an exploration of any employment gaps.