Art Teacher (Secondary Section)

Rainbow International School is a coeducational 2 – 18 years day and boarding school in Kampala, Uganda. As the most established, reputable and one of largest International schools in the country, we deliver the EYFS and IPC curricula in the Primary section, English National curriculum at Key Stage 3 and Cambridge IGCSE and Advanced Level in Key Stages 4 and 5. We also offer BTEC Level 3 courses as an alternative pathway to University.

The Post:

We are seeking an experienced and well qualified individual to fill this role. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a thriving Art department. This role offers the chance to teach Art up to A Level. Ability to teach the BTEC Art programme is desirable.

Experience:

• Be a qualified Art Teacher and have a thorough knowledge of Secondary Art (English National Curriculum)
• Should have a minimum of three years teaching experience, after acquiring a teaching degree/PGCE/PGDE/QTS, in the UK or overseas in a British curriculum school
• Be able to teach Art from KS3 through to A level 
• Be willing and able to offer other subjects in addition to your specialist area should the need arise
• Be willing to take on opportunities to teach some lessons in other sections of the school should the opportunity arise
• The ability to teach ceramics and or textiles would be highly desirable
• Experience of working in an International school
• Have an advanced ability to use ICT to support and enhance learning in the classroom/your lessons
• Be able to engage, motivate and support children, colleagues and parents
• A working knowledge of Google Apps
• Experience of being fully involved in different after school extra-curricular activities
• Should be professional both in conduct and appearance and fully committed to the life of the school (including school events)

Qualifications:

●      Either Bachelor of Education in Art

●      Or Bachelor’s degree + Post Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Education (PGDE/PGCE) in Art

The package:

●                Happy and motivated students in a welcoming and friendly environment

●                Competitive salary

●                Medical insurance

●                Two-year initial contract – renewable by mutual consent

●                Free furnished accommodation (within budget), for overseas hire

●                Flights and baggage allowance at the beginning and end of contract (flights annually from the

second contract) for overseas hire

Apply with the TES application form (insert application letter in the Supporting statement space in the form) and attach a detailed CV (with a passport photo on the top page). The application letter should state how the candidate meets the points listed in the “Experience” section.

In the CV, please include the names and contact details of three professional referees (employers/line managers), one must be your current/most recent Head of School.

*Do not attach certificates or reference letters at this stage.

All applications should be addressed to the Principal and sent via the TES website.

Closing date: 14th January 2024

*Interviews will take place on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date for the right candidate.

Rainbow International School Uganda is a safer recruitment school and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening and rigorous background checks (including contacting previous employers). The successful candidate must possess a valid passport and will be asked to process an ICPC/Interpol check and the equivalent police certificate of good conduct from the country of current residence/employment after the interview, recent notarised copies of relevant academic documents, yellow fever & Covid19 vaccination cards and a pre-employment fit for work certificate (as well as any other documents that may be required for work permit application for non-Ugandans and their family members).

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer (EOE)