Foundation Stage Teacher - August 2025

We are looking to hire a highly qualified and skilled **Foundation Stage Teacher** for an August 2025 start to enhance our dedicated and enthusiastic team. We are in search of an educator who can consistently deliver lessons of exceptional quality, backed by a successful history in primary education.

**About Cognita:**
Cognita is a prominent player in independent education, established in 2004. Our expanding network includes over 100 schools across 16 countries—spanning Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East—serving more than 85,000 students. While each of our schools boasts its own unique character, we share a common goal: to cultivate an environment where everyone can "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world."

At Cognita, we recognize that every student is an individual. We celebrate their unique personalities and strengths, providing academic, social, and emotional support, no matter where they are in the world or their starting point. We cherish what makes them special while offering abundant knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. Our students become part of something larger, receiving an education that is truly world-class.

**About the School:**
Since its inception in 2008, Horizon International School has evolved into a vibrant, inclusive community that delivers a world-class education grounded in the National Curriculum of England, from Early Years through to GCSE and A Levels.

The school has been rated "Outstanding" across all categories by British Schools Overseas (BSO), "Very Good" by KHDA, and recognized as a Platinum "Best School to Work." Horizon International School balances academic excellence with a supportive, empowering environment, inspiring every member of our community—students and educators alike—to foster a passion for learning and prepare for the diverse challenges of the future.

With more than 1,500 students representing 92 nationalities, we embrace diversity and promote growth, creating a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere for all learners.

Explore our website and social media to witness the vibrant and engaging culture that defines Horizon International School.
https://hisdubai.ae/
https://www.instagram.com/horizonintlschool/?hl=en

**Role Overview:**
We are in search of a motivated and energetic **Foundation Teacher** to join our enthusiastic team at Horizon International School. The chosen candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging lessons that cultivate a love for learning while encouraging all students to reach their full potential. They will bring vitality and passion to their teaching, serving as a role model for students and showing a commitment to ongoing professional development. In alignment with our motto—"Everyone counts, everyone contributes, everyone succeeds"—the teacher will foster a supportive environment where all students can flourish.

As a member of our inclusive and collaborative school community, this role entails creating and delivering high-quality lessons focused on deep thinking, engagement, and challenge for every student. The teacher will build strong partnerships with parents and colleagues to support students’ learning and development while contributing to the active extracurricular life of the school by leading or assisting in activities that enrich the student experience.

**Skills, Experience & Responsibilities:**
- Exhibits a passion for teaching and a strong dedication to inspiring and challenging all learners.
- Utilizes extensive subject knowledge to plan and deliver engaging, effective, and impactful lessons.
- Skilled in designing lessons that motivate all students to think critically and engage meaningfully in their education.
- Demonstrates a strong ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of an inclusive student body.
- Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Reflective and proactive in their teaching practice, continuously seeking professional growth and development.
- Capable of effectively managing time and workload, showing resilience and enthusiasm in a dynamic school setting.
- Committed to upholding the school’s values and beliefs while aligning with the motto: "Everyone counts, everyone contributes, everyone succeeds."

**Successful candidates will have:**
• A Bachelor of Education or PGCE with an appropriate specialization
• Experience teaching in a UK setting or a reputable British Curriculum/international school
• Teaching experience

**In return we offer:**
• A competitive salary based on experience
• Annual flight ticket
• Accommodation
• Comprehensive medical and healthcare benefits (subject to status)

To support your application, please submit your current, up-to-date CV.

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, so we encourage early applications.

*Cognita is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same commitment from its employees. All new staff members will undergo thorough pre-employment checks, including identity verification, criminal background checks for all countries of residence, qualification verification, employment history checks to explore any gaps, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last five years.*