DT/Food/Art Technician- January 2027

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

Job Description

GEMS Royal Dubai School is a vibrant, premium British curriculum school, educating students from FS1 to Year 9, expanding to include Year 10 in September 2027, and annual growth to Year 13. With a diverse student body of over 870 students from more than 48 nationalities, our school combines a strong sense of community with a commitment to the highest academic standards. As we continue to grow, we are thrilled to announce the opening of our new, purpose-built secondary campus - a state-of-the-art facility designed to further enrich the world-class education we offer across two sites.

We are looking for a dynamic, creative and organised Art & Design Technician to join our exceptional team, primarily within the Secondary phase for a January 2027 start. If you are passionate about supporting practical learning, preparing and maintaining specialist materials and equipment, and helping to develop our thriving Art and Design & Technology provision, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference as part of our high-performing team and drive the #RoyalStandard.

Job Purpose

Assist teachers in their work as directed. A Technician will be asked to assist with a range of tasks on a regular basis

Key Responsibilities include, but not limited to

• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS/RDS Core Values.
• Prepare labs, rooms, resources and equipment as directed by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher with DT/ART/Food related activities.
• Develop familiarity with relevant aspects of the curriculum.
• Maintain orderly workspaces ensuring readiness for the next lesson
• Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed by the teacher.
• Organise stock and resources.
• Create work displays and assist with preparation of displays
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are always followed.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.

Skills Description

• Good level of general education especially in Math and English
• First aid certificate
• Health and safety training using DT equipment and machinery
• Strong communication skills with excellent standard of written and spoken English.
• Able to handle and a range of tasks, work under pressure and relate well to children and colleagues.
• Basic knowledge of IT and/or CAD (computer aided design)
• Experience in some form of practical subject/profession;

Previous experience as a teaching assistant or working with children.

GEMS Safeguarding

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.