Ceramics Teacher - Kids Club

About the role

Rixos, a Rixos resort in Ras Al Khaimah, is looking for a Ceramics Teacher for its Kids Club. The teacher runs ceramics, pottery and clay-modelling activities for children, teaches basic techniques and keeps the workshop safe and tidy. The position is full-time and permanent.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and run ceramics, pottery and clay-modelling activities for different age groups and skill levels, adapting methods to children's ages, interests and experience.
• Teach basic techniques such as shaping, moulding, decorating, texturing and painting clay objects, and organise themed art workshops and seasonal craft activities with the Entertainment team.
• Ensure children's safety and well-being, supervise them during sessions, use child-friendly non-toxic materials and follow child protection and emergency procedures.
• Prepare and clean the workshop, maintain an inventory of clay, paints, brushes and tools, and ensure specialist equipment such as kilns is operated only by trained, authorised personnel.
• Communicate professionally with children, parents and guardians, give feedback on the programme and complete attendance, activity and inventory records.

Required profile

• Diploma, certificate or degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Pottery, Art Education or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience teaching ceramics, pottery, clay modelling or arts and crafts to children highly preferred.
• Good English and Russian; additional languages are an advantage.
• Able to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays, and physically fit for rescue, extended standing and outdoor duties.

Required skills

• Knowledge of clay preparation, hand-building, shaping, decorating and painting.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate artistic techniques simply and age-appropriately.
• Understanding of safe material handling, workshop hygiene and child supervision.