Art Teacher
About This Role
School Details
At HeadStart, we strive to engage students’ intellects while motivating them to transcend conventional academic limits. Our goal is to employ dedicated, passionate, and inspiring educators who will empower all our learners to realize their full potential and surpass expectations. We offer a well-rounded and personalized educational journey, taking pride in our identity as a community school that focuses on individual learning.
Located in the heart of Phuket Island, HeadStart achieved ‘International School’ status in 2010 and is fully accredited by The Education Development Trust. In our latest inspection, we received the International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM), with assessors recognizing us as a 'Good School with Outstanding Features.'
Our curriculum follows the national framework of England, providing Cambridge and Pearson qualifications at the secondary level, including IGCSEs, A Levels, and BTECs. The primary campus at Chaofah currently accommodates 960 students and is oversubscribed across most year groups. Starting in August 2025, we will enhance our Upper School facilities and offerings to establish 'HeadStart College' as the premier educational institution in Southern Thailand.
In August 2023, we launched a new campus in the northern part of the island, Cherngtalay. This facility will serve as a two-form entry Foundation, Primary, and Secondary School (KS3 only) for up to 500 students, with plans to transition to a three-form entry school by August 2025.
Art Teacher
We are seeking to hire a dynamic and enthusiastic Art Teacher for an August 2025 start date.
The ideal candidate will possess experience teaching across the secondary age spectrum, including A Level Art. Familiarity with Upper Primary education is also desirable. We need an inspiring educator who can vividly bring the subject to life. Experience with the Pearson IGCSE and A Level curriculum would be beneficial.
We are looking for a highly dedicated team player with enthusiasm, energy, and a passion for instilling a love of learning in their students. A good sense of humor and a strong work ethic are essential.
Requirements / Application Details
Essential Requirements:
· Strong knowledge of the UK curriculum
· Experience teaching students aged 11 to 18
· Prior experience teaching A Level Art & Design
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
· A recognized teaching qualification: BEd, PGCE, iPGCE, or equivalent
· Fluency in English
Desirable Requirements (not mandatory):
· Experience in an International School setting
· Background in teaching English as an Additional Language learners
Remuneration Package:
(Full details of the salary package and terms will be provided to shortlisted candidates)
· Private medical insurance
· 3-year renewable contract
· Complimentary lunch and beverages during school hours
· Significant bonuses at the end of the contract.
Application Process:
The deadline for applications is Friday, January 17, 2025; however, we encourage early submissions and reserve the right to appoint an ideal candidate before this date.
PLEASE NOTE: HeadStart International School is dedicated to safeguarding children and young people. All positions are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS (in the UK) or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from the candidate’s most recent country of residence.
Candidates who are shortlisted will receive complete salary information and be invited for an interview (via Google Meet).
For more information, please visit our school website at: www.headstartphuket.com/staff/recruitment
CANDIDATES WITHOUT A DEGREE AND A RECOGNIZED TEACHING QUALIFICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
We do not accept applications from individuals with only a TEFL or equivalent qualification.