Business and Economics Teacher - AY26-27 (Open for ECTs)

Kuwait English School (KES) is a distinguished co-educational private institution that caters to students aged 3 to 18, representing over 65 nationalities. Renowned for its commitment to high-quality education, KES operates from specially designed facilities and implements the English National Curriculum, including IGCSE/GCSE/GCE A/S and A levels. Our dedicated workforce consists of more than 230 highly qualified academic professionals with considerable experience. KES takes pride in being accredited by BSO and is affiliated with BSME, COBIS, and ECIS.

According to the BSO Inspection Report, “Kuwait English School (KES) is a good school with significant outstanding features. The school provides a good quality of education complemented by a high level of student care.” For further insights, the complete BSO Inspection Report is available for review.

WHAT WE OFFER (For Overseas Staff):

• A competitive, tax-free salary that exceeds the UK salary scale significantly.
• A discount on school fees for children enrolled at KES.
• Annual round-trip flights for staff, along with a discounted rate for two children attending KES.
• Provision of staff accommodation or a rental allowance.
• Complimentary private medical insurance for employees.
• A strong emphasis on your professional development and career advancement.
• A community of respectful and diligent students.
• Access to excellent facilities to support your teaching efforts.

DETAILS:

We are seeking a qualified Business and Economics Teacher for our Secondary School, who can teach students up to KS5. Our school is well-resourced, and we hold high expectations for student performance. Building and maintaining positive relationships is vital in promoting student progress. Our curriculum follows the English national standards leading to IGCSE and IAL, accredited by Cambridge and Pearson examination boards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant bachelor’s degree.
• PGCE or PGDE and QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
• Preferred experience teaching KS5.
• We welcome applications from outstanding Early Career Teachers (ECTs).

Expectations at Kuwait English School

As part of our team at Kuwait English School, you are expected to:

• Consistently demonstrate professional integrity, maintaining confidentiality and tact; be honest and transparent in your duties.
• Identify and improve areas relevant to your position that can evolve from good to outstanding.
• Follow and update school policies and procedures associated with your responsibilities.
• Attend meetings, performances, and other events as necessary.
• Actively participate in activities that contribute to the school’s self-evaluation, upholding the school's standards in all domains, including attendance, performance reviews, and line management systems.
• Collaborate with your team, submitting draft proposals and documents for review by the Leadership Team while supporting the final decisions made by Leadership.
• Arrive on time for scheduled meetings.
• Promote open communication among team members while respecting majority decisions or the final decision of the Head of School.
• Balance the sometimes conflicting needs for transparency and confidentiality, always working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Foster a cooperative atmosphere, avoiding a divisive “them and us” mentality.
• Complete specific tasks reasonably assigned by School Leadership.

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please visit our career page and school website.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should fill out the online application form available on the WhatSchool platform, including a CV and a letter of application in PDF format.

Applications must include contact information for at least two professional referees, one of whom should be your current principal or Head of School.

Please submit completed applications electronically via the ‘Apply Now’ option on the WhatSchool platform. The school retains the right to interview potential candidates.