Teacher of Design

Teacher of Design

Start Date: August 2026
Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term

About the School

We are recruiting for a highly regarded international school in Indonesia, located on an impressive 44-acre campus in the vibrant city of Jakarta. The school is a welcoming, inclusive community representing over 50 nationalities and providing education for students aged 2 to 18 years.

Situated in South West Jakarta, the campus offers outstanding facilities that support academic excellence, creativity, and wellbeing. The curriculum begins with the UK Early Years Foundation Stage, continues through the English National Curriculum and inquiry-based learning in Primary, and progresses into the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP) in Secondary. Design and Technology are a core part of the schools commitment to innovation, sustainability, and real-world problem solving.

The Role

Following an increase in student enrolment, the school is seeking a Teacher of Design to join the Secondary faculty from August 2026. This role offers the opportunity to teach across a broad range of Design and Technology disciplines, including Product Design and Digital Design, ideally across both IB MYP and DP contexts.

The successful candidate will deliver inquiry- and concept-based learning experiences that promote creativity, critical thinking, and innovation. The role involves integrating design thinking, sustainability, and global contexts into the curriculum, while contributing to the ongoing development and alignment of the MYP and DP Design programmes.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, the role includes acting as a form tutor within the Secondary School (Years 7–13), supporting students academic progress, wellbeing, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

The Teacher of Design will plan and deliver engaging, concept-driven lessons that develop students creative, technical, and analytical skills. Teaching will reflect IB philosophy and support students in applying design thinking to real-world challenges.

A key aspect of the role is ensuring the safe and effective use of tools, machinery, and materials within design studios and workshops. The teacher will maintain up-to-date knowledge of health and safety regulations, conduct and review risk assessments, and promote best practice among students at all times.

The successful candidate will contribute to collaborative curriculum planning, supporting vertical alignment and progression across MYP and DP Design. They will work closely with colleagues within the Design Faculty and across the Secondary School, contributing to moderation, professional dialogue, and continuous improvement.

The Design Faculty & Facilities

The Design Faculty at the British School of Jakarta is a dynamic, well-resourced hub of creativity, innovation, and technical excellence. Recently renovated facilities include three fully equipped workshops with brand-new machinery, a dedicated robotics room, and a state-of-the-art 3D printing suite featuring six top-of-the-range Ultimaker printers with material stations housed in a temperature- and humidity-controlled environment.

Students also benefit from a fully equipped Mac desktop suite and a class set of MacBook Pros, providing seamless access to industry-standard digital design software. The department is supported by two full-time, highly skilled technicians and a dedicated technician preparation room, ensuring the smooth delivery of practical lessons and project work.

In addition, a dedicated Computer Science teaching room strengthens the connection between design, engineering, and technology. The faculty has a strong collaborative ethos and enthusiastic, creative students, making it an outstanding environment for an educator keen to contribute to the next phase of BSJs design and innovation journey.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should hold a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE or equivalent, with a minimum of five years relevant teaching experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate outstanding subject knowledge, confidence teaching across the Secondary age range, and a proven track record of exceptional classroom practice.

The school is seeking an enthusiastic, reflective, and highly motivated educator who is committed to exemplary teaching and learning, values collaboration, and thrives in an international school environment.

Salary & Benefits

The school offers a competitive, experience-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Annual flights for the teacher and eligible dependents

• Comprehensive international medical insurance (excluding the U.S.)

• Housing and cost-of-living allowance

• Relocation allowance

• End-of-contract gratuity equivalent to 25% of annual base salary

• All local tax obligations fully covered by the school