Job ID: S-U-3122 - EYFS – Reception Teacher – Academic Year 26/27

EYFS Teacher – Gulf British Academy, KuwaitSeeking inspiring teachers for an oracy-rich, forward-thinking schoolGulf British Academy is seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and vision-aligned EYFS Reception teachers to join our growing school in the heart of Kuwait.Founded in 2005, GBA is a thriving, BSO-accredited British international school catering for pupils from Pre-KG to Year 12. In 2020, we moved into our purpose-built, state-of-the-art campus—reflecting our ongoing commitment to offering exceptional learning experiences for both pupils and staff.At GBA, oracy is at the heart of learning. In the Early Years, we are committed to developing children’s communication and language skills, nurturing curiosity, and laying strong foundations for future learning. We welcome teachers who share this vision and are eager to contribute to our caring, communication-rich and enquiry-driven EYFS environment.Who We Are Looking ForWe are seeking UK-qualified, proactive, and passionate EYFS Reception teachers who excel in:Building warm, trusting relationships with young children and their familiesCreating a nurturing, language-rich and playful environmentEmbedding structured talk, communication and language development, and early enquiry in daily routinesPlanning engaging, purposeful and developmentally appropriate learning experiencesObserving children closely and using assessment to target next stepsSupporting children to become confident communicators, empathetic friends and independent learnersContributing positively to our inclusive, collaborative EYFS teamApplicants must be fluent English-speaking graduates holding a UK Department for Education teacher number or completing their final year of training.We value EYFS teachers who bring creativity, new ideas, a growth mindset and a commitment to continual professional development.What We OfferAn excellent package for overseas, qualified teachers including:Generous tax-free salaryAnnual flight allowance to/from home countryFurnished, air-conditioned accommodation or housing allowanceNo monthly utilitiesEnd-of-service indemnity (in line with Kuwait Labour Law)ECT induction (as a BSO-accredited school)What You OfferYou will be a caring, imaginative and skilled EYFS practitioner who:Designs high-quality, play-based and language-rich learning experiencesUses talk, story, role-play, songs and interactions to develop language, confidence and thinkingUnderstands the EYFS Framework, child development and effective early years pedagogyBuilds strong, positive relationships with children, families and colleaguesCreates an inclusive classroom where every child feels valued, safe and successfulReflects on your practice and embraces professional learningCollaborates positively within a supportive Early Years teamCommunicates confidently and fluently in EnglishUses technology to enhance learning, assessment and communicationContributes enthusiastically to the wider life of the schoolHolds a clean enhanced DBS/police clearanceIs able to relocate to Kuwait promptly and be ready to teach on 1 SeptemberEssential RequirementsUK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – PGCE, BEd or equivalentUK bachelor’s degree in education or a curriculum subjectSuccessful and recent EYFS or early primary experience in a UK or BSO-accredited schoolStrong understanding of the EYFS Framework and early child developmentAbility to plan for individual needs and stages of developmentEffective classroom, behaviour and routine managementStrong digital literacy (Google Workspace, shared drives, etc.)Application ProcessApplications are reviewed upon receipt and early submissions are encouraged.Interviews may take place at any time during the recruitment window, via Google Meet or in person for candidates already in Kuwait.If you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.Gulf