Haileybury Almaty prioritises the safety and wellbeing of our community and expects all staff to share the same commitment. Our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy outlines the measures we have in place to ensure the safety of all students. As part of our safer recruitment process, online searches, extensive checks and references will be conducted.
Haileybury Almaty is an equal opportunity employer and as such treats all job applicants and staff with equal respect free from unjustifiable discrimination. Haileybury Almaty is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Art Assistant with a proven track record of working with students. This role will support the delivery and development of the digital art curriculum alongside practical workshops, providing technical assistance to students and staff across junior and senior school levels, including sixth form.
Job Title: Art Assistant
Faculty/School: Haileybury Almaty Art Department, Senior School.
Line Manager’s Job Title: Head of Art
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation and development of digital art curriculum in the classroom, offering technical guidance and support to students and teachers.
- Lead drawing and painting workshops for sixth form students, and assist with practical sessions across junior and senior school art classes when required.
- Assist the Art Technician and teaching staff with digital resource management.
- Provide classroom support during lessons, helping students with both academic and technical aspects of drawing, painting, and digital art projects.
- Communicate effectively with staff and students, supporting a positive learning environment.
- Work independently and collaboratively within the art department and wider school team.
- Maintain organisation of art resources and digital equipment to ensure smooth lesson delivery.
Person Specification:
- Proven experience of working with students in a school environment.
- Relevant art qualifications or experience with a strong foundation in academic and technical skills.
- Confidence and competence in digital art tools and software.
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.
- Excellent communication skills with students and stafff.
- Passion for fostering creativity and technical skill development in pupils.
The closing date for applications is October 8, 2025.
Benefits:
- Free breakfasts and lunches during the School term
- Voluntary medical insurance after the probation period
- Paid annual leave of 56 calendar days
- Additional paid Christmas leave (1 week before the New Year)
- School gym and Swimming pool
Haileybury Almaty is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and those connected to the school to share this commitment. Applicants for this post must be willing to undergo child protection screening including reference checks with previous employers and a Police check or equivalent