EYFS Teacher

Role Overview

Aldar Academies is looking for a strong EYFS Teacher to join Al Ain British Academy from August 2026. This role sits within a successful school community and is suited to an educator who can deliver high standards of teaching while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

About the School and Package

Al Ain is a green and well-connected city in the UAE, with straightforward access to Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Oman. The area offers a comfortable lifestyle along with local attractions and leisure options. The position comes with a competitive benefits package that includes relocation support, an annual flight allowance, medical cover, end-of-service gratuity, and a 4.5-day working week designed to support staff wellbeing.

Key Duties

• Create a positive classroom environment that supports excellent learning.
• Plan lessons with clear objectives, strong pacing, suitable challenge, and engaging activities.
• Adapt teaching to meet the needs of learners, including students with SEN/POD, EAL, and G&T requirements.
• Use assessment for learning effectively and apply performance data to guide lesson planning.
• Integrate ICT to strengthen learning and student progress.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour, punctuality, work quality, and homework in line with school policy.
• Review how well learning goals have been achieved and use findings to improve teaching.
• Mark student work at least once every two weeks and set progress targets according to school marking expectations.
• Track and record student progress systematically and use evidence to support planning.
• Carry out assessments required by the school, department, or external examination bodies.
• Prepare clear and informative reports for parents.
• Attend and support parent and student events.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, scheme development, and subject improvement.
• Work with outside specialists such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and educational psychologists where needed.
• Complete any additional duties assigned by senior leadership.

Candidate Profile

The school is seeking a teacher who is aligned with its values, understands the region’s ethos, and is committed to helping every child reach their potential. The ideal candidate will be confident teaching the English National Curriculum, able to raise standards by addressing learning gaps, and comfortable working collaboratively across teams.

Qualifications and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject and a PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification are required. Applicants should also bring at least 1–2 years of classroom teaching experience within the English Curriculum.

Skills and Professional Qualities

• Strong knowledge of the English National Curriculum
• Effective classroom planning and lesson delivery
• Ability to differentiate for mixed-ability groups
• Assessment and data-driven teaching
• Behaviour management and classroom discipline
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong organisation and time management
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning
• Resilience and problem-solving under pressure
• Experience working in international school settings
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and external specialists

Additional Information

This position is open to candidates who are committed to the school’s vision and values, passionate about teaching, and motivated by student success. The employer is an equal opportunity organisation and welcomes applications from UAE Nationals. Appointment is conditional on satisfactory references and police clearance. The job outline may be updated by the employer when needed.

What the Employer Offers

Employees become part of a large network of innovative schools serving over 25,000 students across the UAE. The organisation supports staff through professional development, coaching, training, and opportunities to lead or contribute to wider training initiatives. Benefits include medical cover, flights, housing, and free school places for children.