KS1 Teacher - Academic Year 26/27

KS1 Teacher – Gulf British Academy, Kuwait
Seeking inspiring teachers for an oracy-rich, forward-thinking school

Gulf British Academy is on the lookout for enthusiastic, motivated, and aligned KS1 teachers to become part of our expanding school located in the vibrant heart of Kuwait.

Established in 2005, GBA is a dynamic, BSO-accredited British international school serving students from Pre-KG to Year 12. In 2020, we transitioned to our purpose-built, state-of-the-art campus, which underscores our ongoing dedication to providing outstanding learning experiences for both students and educators.

At GBA, oracy forms the foundation of our educational approach. We are committed to nurturing articulate, confident, and thoughtful learners who engage in critical thinking, speak with assurance, and write purposefully. We invite teachers who resonate with this vision and are eager to enhance our culture of communication, inquiry, and meaningful learning.

Who We Are Looking For
- We are in search of UK-qualified, proactive, and experienced KS1 teachers who are passionate about:
- Fostering classrooms built on strong relationships, trust, and collaboration
- Integrating oracy, structured dialogue, and inquiry-based learning into daily instruction
- Designing engaging, creative, and rigorous lessons that cater to all students
- Guiding pupils to become reflective, independent, and confident communicators
- Contributing to the broader development of our oracy-rich, inclusive learning environment
- Applicants must be fluent English-speaking graduates with a UK Department for Education teacher number or those completing their final year of training.
- We appreciate teachers who bring fresh ideas, a growth mindset, and a dedication to continuous professional development.

What We Offer
- An attractive package for qualified overseas teachers, which includes:
- A generous tax-free salary
- Annual flight allowance to and from your home country
- Furnished, air-conditioned accommodation or a housing allowance
- No monthly utility costs
- End-of-service indemnity in accordance with Kuwait Labour Law
- ECT induction, as we are a BSO-accredited institution

What You Offer
You will be a creative, adaptable, and nurturing KS1 practitioner who:
- Engages and challenges learners through high-quality planning, modeling, and instruction
- Incorporates structured dialogue, purposeful conversation, and inquiry-based learning to enhance understanding
- Exhibits a solid grasp of effective teaching, learning, and assessment practices
- Cultivates trusting, respectful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Reflects critically on your practice and embraces opportunities for professional growth
- Works flexibly, collaboratively, and positively as part of a dedicated team
- Possesses strong communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English
- Effectively utilizes classroom technology to enrich learning experiences
- Actively participates in our extensive extracurricular and whole-school programs
- Holds a clean enhanced DBS/police clearance
- Is ready to relocate to Kuwait promptly and commence teaching on 1 September

Essential Requirements
- UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – PGCE or BEd
- A UK Bachelor’s degree in education or a relevant curriculum subject
- Recent and successful primary experience in a UK or BSO-accredited school
- A thorough understanding of the National Curriculum for England
- Ability to plan effectively for the needs of all learners
- Strong classroom and behavior management skills
- Proficient digital literacy (Google Workspace, shared drives, etc.)

Application Process
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and we encourage early submissions.
Interviews may occur at any time during the recruitment window, via Google Meet or in person for candidates already in Kuwait.

If you do not receive a response within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.

Gulf British Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to identity verification, criminal background checks, qualification validation, employment history checks, reference checks, and an examination of any employment gaps.