About This Role
Primary Teacher
Start date: Late August 2026 (or as mutually agreed)
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term (renewable)
Location: Kuwait
Cambridge English School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Primary Teacher to join our friendly and dedicated team in Kuwait. As a well-regarded British international school, we uphold high standards, nurture strong community values, and are committed to providing exceptional teaching and learning experiences.
Teaching abroad offers an exciting opportunity to broaden your professional outlook, enhance your skills, and immerse yourself in a diverse educational community. Kuwait features a welcoming lifestyle, top-notch amenities, and easy access to regional travel—all complemented by consistently sunny weather!
We take pride in our recent outstanding BSO inspection, which underscores the quality of education, care, and safeguarding we provide. Our community is nurturing, family-oriented, and genuinely supportive—a place where staff feel valued, students are recognized, and collaboration is key to our mission.
The role
We are in search of a teacher who will:
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Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that align with the English National Curriculum
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Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive
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Effectively utilize assessments to inform teaching practices, adapt strategies, and ensure significant student progress
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Collaborate with colleagues, phase leaders, and members of the senior leadership team
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Participate in the broader school community through enrichment activities, events, and pastoral care
What we offer
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A supportive, professional team working alongside strong leadership
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Well-equipped classrooms and a culture that prioritizes high standards
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Ongoing professional development opportunities
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A welcoming staff community that values teamwork
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An excellent quality of life in Kuwait within a friendly international setting
Salary and benefits
We provide a competitive compensation package, typically including:
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A tax-free salary (commensurate with experience)
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Furnished accommodation or a housing allowance
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Annual return flights
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Private medical insurance
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End of service benefits
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Visa sponsorship
Essential requirements
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A recognized teaching qualification (QTS/PGCE or equivalent)
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Recent experience in Primary education (KS1 or KS2)
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Strong knowledge of subject content, particularly in English and mathematics
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Effective classroom management practices and behavior management skills
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A commitment to safeguarding and child protection
Desirable
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Experience in an international school setting
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Familiarity with EAL learners
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Leadership experience in a specific subject area or expertise in a particular curriculum domain