Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher
The Scholars SchoolTeaching
United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Full Time
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed20 February 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
Early Years Foundation Stage Teacher
Job details
Salary: To be confirmed
Contract type: Full-time and permanent
Reporting to: Head of Primary
Responsible for: Early Years Foundation Stage class-teacher role
Main purpose
The teacher will:
Adhere to the professional responsibilities expected of a teacher, consistently aligning with the UK and UAE Teachers’ Standards.
Qualifications and experience
•
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
•
A required Bachelor's degree along with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, B.Ed.).
•
At least 2 years of successful EYFS teaching experience within the British Curriculum (desirable).
•
Experience teaching in the UAE (desirable)
Skills and knowledge
•
Familiarity with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
•
Understanding of adaptive teaching and learning methodologies.
•
A solid grasp of child learning processes.
•
Capability to tailor teaching to cater to individual pupil needs.
•
Skill in fostering effective relationships with pupils.
•
Awareness of safeguarding guidelines and requirements for children.
•
Proficiency in effective behavior management techniques.
•
Strong ICT skills, especially in utilizing technology to enhance learning.
•
Safe and ethical integration of AI in educational practices.
•
Knowledge of UAE policies and inspection frameworks (desirable)
Personal Qualities
•
A dedication to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils while promoting the school's ethos and values.
•
High expectations for student attainment and progress.
•
Ability to operate under pressure and effectively prioritize tasks.
•
A commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.
•
Dedication to safeguarding and equality.
•
A strong willingness to grow as a professional.
•
An openness to innovation and change.
Duties and responsibilities
Teaching
•
Design and deliver well-structured lessons to designated classes, aligning with the school’s pedagogical approach, plans, curriculum, and schemes of work.
•
Assess, monitor, document, and report on the learning needs, progress, and achievements of assigned pupils, utilizing assessment effectively.
•
Tailor teaching methods to address the strengths and needs of pupils.
•
Set ambitious expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
•
Encourage positive progress and results among pupils.
•
Exhibit strong subject knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.
•
Participate in preparations for external assessments.
•
Utilize culturally sensitive resources that comply with UAE laws and expectations.
Whole-school organisation, strategy and development
•
Contribute to the formulation, implementation, and assessment of the school’s policies, practices, and procedures to uphold the school’s vision and values.
•
Make a constructive contribution to the broader life and ethos of the school.
•
Collaborate with others on curriculum and pupil development to achieve coordinated outcomes.
•
Provide cover in the event that another teacher is unavailable.
•
Facilitate assigned extracurricular activities before, during, and after school hours.
Health, safety and discipline
•
Advocate for the safety and well-being of pupils.
•
Maintain order and discipline among pupils, managing behavior effectively to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment.
•
Adhere to the school’s centralized behavior policy.
Professional development
•
Engage in the school’s appraisal systems.
•
Participate in ongoing training and development to enhance personal teaching skills.
•
Be involved in the appraisal and professional development of colleagues, when appropriate.
•
Contribute to the professional development programs offered by the school as needed.
•
Explore wider development opportunities within the SIG.
Communication
•
Effectively communicate with pupils, parents, and guardians.
•
Maintain clear communication with colleagues, line managers, and the leadership team.
•
Engage effectively with external visitors, inspectors, and government officials.
Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals
•
Collaborate with colleagues and other relevant professionals both within and outside the school.
•
Establish effective professional relationships with peers.
Personal and professional conduct
•
Uphold public trust in the teaching profession, maintaining high standards of ethics and behavior both inside and outside the school environment.
•
Demonstrate professional regard for the school’s ethos, policies, and practices while maintaining high levels of attendance and punctuality.
•
Understand and comply with the statutory frameworks outlining professional duties and responsibilities.
•
Fully adhere to UAE laws and customs at all times.
Management of staff and resources
•
Direct and supervise assigned support staff, and, when appropriate, other teachers.
•
Contribute to the recruitment and development of new teachers and support staff.
•
Manage allocated resources effectively.
•
Ensure resources are utilized equitably and efficiently.
Work in accordance with statutory safeguarding guidelines (e.g., Keeping Children Safe in Education) and our child protection policies.
Collaborate with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to prioritize pupil welfare, including sharing concerns when necessary.
Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school consistently.
Other areas of responsibility
•
Ensure full adherence to all regulations, policies, and frameworks mandated by the KHDA, BSO, and the UAE Ministry of Education.
•
Assist the leadership team in preparing for and executing the KHDA inspection process, developing and implementing post-inspection action plans.
•
Contribute to the success of the UAE National Agenda.
•
Maintain positive and professional communication with all KHDA and Government Officials, representing the school at required forums and meetings as requested by the Principal.
Please be aware that this outlines the general nature and level of responsibility of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that the teacher may perform. The postholder may be asked to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as directed by the headteacher or line manager.
Job details
Salary: To be confirmed
Contract type: Full-time and permanent
Reporting to: Head of Primary
Responsible for: Early Years Foundation Stage class-teacher role
Main purpose
The teacher will:
Adhere to the professional responsibilities expected of a teacher, consistently aligning with the UK and UAE Teachers’ Standards.
Qualifications and experience
•
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
•
A required Bachelor's degree along with a recognized teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, B.Ed.).
•
At least 2 years of successful EYFS teaching experience within the British Curriculum (desirable).
•
Experience teaching in the UAE (desirable)
Skills and knowledge
•
Familiarity with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
•
Understanding of adaptive teaching and learning methodologies.
•
A solid grasp of child learning processes.
•
Capability to tailor teaching to cater to individual pupil needs.
•
Skill in fostering effective relationships with pupils.
•
Awareness of safeguarding guidelines and requirements for children.
•
Proficiency in effective behavior management techniques.
•
Strong ICT skills, especially in utilizing technology to enhance learning.
•
Safe and ethical integration of AI in educational practices.
•
Knowledge of UAE policies and inspection frameworks (desirable)
Personal Qualities
•
A dedication to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils while promoting the school's ethos and values.
•
High expectations for student attainment and progress.
•
Ability to operate under pressure and effectively prioritize tasks.
•
A commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.
•
Dedication to safeguarding and equality.
•
A strong willingness to grow as a professional.
•
An openness to innovation and change.
Duties and responsibilities
Teaching
•
Design and deliver well-structured lessons to designated classes, aligning with the school’s pedagogical approach, plans, curriculum, and schemes of work.
•
Assess, monitor, document, and report on the learning needs, progress, and achievements of assigned pupils, utilizing assessment effectively.
•
Tailor teaching methods to address the strengths and needs of pupils.
•
Set ambitious expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils.
•
Encourage positive progress and results among pupils.
•
Exhibit strong subject knowledge and understanding of the curriculum.
•
Participate in preparations for external assessments.
•
Utilize culturally sensitive resources that comply with UAE laws and expectations.
Whole-school organisation, strategy and development
•
Contribute to the formulation, implementation, and assessment of the school’s policies, practices, and procedures to uphold the school’s vision and values.
•
Make a constructive contribution to the broader life and ethos of the school.
•
Collaborate with others on curriculum and pupil development to achieve coordinated outcomes.
•
Provide cover in the event that another teacher is unavailable.
•
Facilitate assigned extracurricular activities before, during, and after school hours.
Health, safety and discipline
•
Advocate for the safety and well-being of pupils.
•
Maintain order and discipline among pupils, managing behavior effectively to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment.
•
Adhere to the school’s centralized behavior policy.
Professional development
•
Engage in the school’s appraisal systems.
•
Participate in ongoing training and development to enhance personal teaching skills.
•
Be involved in the appraisal and professional development of colleagues, when appropriate.
•
Contribute to the professional development programs offered by the school as needed.
•
Explore wider development opportunities within the SIG.
Communication
•
Effectively communicate with pupils, parents, and guardians.
•
Maintain clear communication with colleagues, line managers, and the leadership team.
•
Engage effectively with external visitors, inspectors, and government officials.
Working with colleagues and other relevant professionals
•
Collaborate with colleagues and other relevant professionals both within and outside the school.
•
Establish effective professional relationships with peers.
Personal and professional conduct
•
Uphold public trust in the teaching profession, maintaining high standards of ethics and behavior both inside and outside the school environment.
•
Demonstrate professional regard for the school’s ethos, policies, and practices while maintaining high levels of attendance and punctuality.
•
Understand and comply with the statutory frameworks outlining professional duties and responsibilities.
•
Fully adhere to UAE laws and customs at all times.
Management of staff and resources
•
Direct and supervise assigned support staff, and, when appropriate, other teachers.
•
Contribute to the recruitment and development of new teachers and support staff.
•
Manage allocated resources effectively.
•
Ensure resources are utilized equitably and efficiently.
Safeguarding
Work in accordance with statutory safeguarding guidelines (e.g., Keeping Children Safe in Education) and our child protection policies.
Collaborate with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to prioritize pupil welfare, including sharing concerns when necessary.
Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school consistently.
Other areas of responsibility
•
Ensure full adherence to all regulations, policies, and frameworks mandated by the KHDA, BSO, and the UAE Ministry of Education.
•
Assist the leadership team in preparing for and executing the KHDA inspection process, developing and implementing post-inspection action plans.
•
Contribute to the success of the UAE National Agenda.
•
Maintain positive and professional communication with all KHDA and Government Officials, representing the school at required forums and meetings as requested by the Principal.
Please be aware that this outlines the general nature and level of responsibility of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that the teacher may perform. The postholder may be asked to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as directed by the headteacher or line manager.