About the Role We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Art Teacher to join our fantastic team at GEMS Wellington Academy, Silicon Oasis from September 2023. Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, its a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programs and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. With most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools, GEMS teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities across the world as we expand into more and more countries. As well as being a great place to work; Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan, rapidly expanding city where the sun shines all year round. Teachers in Dubai enjoy an exciting lifestyle, with opportunities for new and exciting leisure activities and travel across the region and further afield! Essential criteria A B.Ed or subject related degree and PGCE / PGDE or equivalent Proven experience of teaching Art at Key Stage 3, 4 and 5 (GCSE, A Level/BTEC) A creative and enthusiastic approach both in and out of the classroom Excellent IT and interpersonal communication skills to work closely with students and parents The successful candidate will have A track record of securing outstanding student progress in Art A dynamic leader who can make a positive contribution to the efficient running of the department, marking examinations, leading departmental meetings, sharing resources and good practice, lesson observation, collaborative teaching, mentoring and active participation in CPD. Excellent interpersonal and team building skills Commitment to developing the highest standards of learning and teaching Able and willing to make a full contribution to the life of the school Have high expectations of themselves and others As a teacher at a GEMS School you can expect Students who are enthusiastic and keen to learn in a positive environment The opportunity to work within a team of highly supportive and creative colleagues Excellent professional development and guidance A school committed to doing the best for each and every one of its students