Art & Design Technician – Secondary Studio Support

GEMS Education; Dubai; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

GEMS Royal Dubai School in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an Art & Design Technician to support practical learning in the Secondary phase, starting January 2027. You will prepare labs and materials, assist teachers across DT/ART/Food activities, and help maintain a thriving Art and Design & Technology program.

The role requires good English, basic IT/CAD knowledge, and a proactive, child-friendly approach.

Qualifications

• Good level of general education, especially in Math and English.
• First aid certificate.
• Health and safety training with DT equipment.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Ability to work with children and colleagues.
• Basic IT and CAD knowledge.
• Experience as teaching assistant or working with children.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and uphold the GEMS/RDS core values and standards.
• Prepare labs, rooms, resources and equipment as directed by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher with DT/ART/Food activities.
• Develop familiarity with relevant aspects of the curriculum.
• Maintain orderly workspaces and readiness for the next lesson.
• Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed.

Skills

General education in Math & English

First aid certificate

Health and safety training

Communication skills

Task management under pressure

IT basics

CAD basics

Education

GCSEs or equivalent in Math/English

Tools

CAD

IT basics

Job description

GEMS Royal Dubai School in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is seeking an Art & Design Technician to support practical learning in the Secondary phase, starting January 2027. You will prepare labs and materials, assist teachers across DT/ART/Food activities, and help maintain a thriving Art and Design & Technology program.

The role requires good English, basic IT/CAD knowledge, and a proactive, child-friendly approach.