Visual Art and Design Teacher and Possible HOD

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Nord Anglia International School Dublin
Start Date: August 2025
Contract Type: Full-time

At Nord Anglia International School Dublin, we are committed to developing resilient, creative global citizens. As a Visual Art Teacher, you will play a central role in this mission by fostering artistic expression, critical thinking, and visual literacy in our students. You will inspire learners across a range of abilities to explore their creativity through a dynamic and inclusive curriculum, aligned with the principles of the IB and international best practice. Should you be appointed as Head of Department, you will lead the strategic development of the Visual Arts across the school, shaping an ambitious vision for arts education that enhances student engagement, supports teacher development, and enriches our wider school culture.

THE ROLE OF AN ART TEACHER

We are seeking an outstanding, creative, and dynamic Visual Art Teacher to join our team at Nord Anglia International School Dublin from August 2025. The successful candidate will teach Visual Arts across Key Stages, inspire student creativity, and deliver exceptional learning experiences in line with IB and international standards.

As a teacher at NAIS Dublin, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging lessons that challenge and support all learners.
• Lead curriculum planning, assessment, and reporting aligned with IB expectations.
• Support students' academic, personal, and creative development.
• Contribute to a vibrant arts programme, including exhibitions, trips, and extracurricular initiatives.
• Foster strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Play an active role in the broader school community, including House events and school life beyond the classroom.

THE ROLE OF A HOD

For the right candidate, there is an opportunity to step into a Head of Department role, with leadership responsibilities across curriculum design, team development, and strategic planning within the Arts faculty.

If appointed as Head of Department, additional responsibilities will include:

• Leading the vision and strategic direction for the Visual Arts department.
• Coaching and developing teaching staff to enhance standards and outcomes.
• Overseeing resource management, curriculum innovation, and department displays.
• Driving student engagement through enrichment and co-curricular programmes.
• Collaborating across phases to ensure a coherent and inspiring Visual Arts experience from EYFS to Secondary.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts or a related field; teaching qualification essential (PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of successful teaching experience, ideally within IB or international settings.
• Demonstrates outstanding subject knowledge and classroom practice.
• Passionate about art education and nurturing student creativity.
• Confident in using educational technology and integrating digital media in art instruction.
• Committed to personal development and reflective practice.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
• A genuine team player, driven, collaborative, and resilient.
• For Head of Department consideration: Proven leadership experience and a track record of raising standards through curriculum development, assessment, and team-building.