English Teacher - AY26-27 (Open for ECTs)
Kuwait English SchoolTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed31 December 2025
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
Kuwait English School (KES) is a prominent private co-educational institution providing education for students aged 3 to 18 years, representing over 65 nationalities. With a strong dedication to delivering quality education, KES is situated in state-of-the-art facilities and follows the English National Curriculum, including IGCSE, GCSE, GCE A/S, and A levels. Our team consists of more than 230 academically qualified and experienced staff who are highly driven. The school holds BSO accreditation and is a member of 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.” You can view the complete BSO Inspection Report for more details.
WHAT WE OFFER (Overseas Staff):
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A competitive, tax-free salary that exceeds the UK salary scale.
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Discounts on school fees for children attending KES.
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Annual round trip airfare for staff and reduced rates for two children enrolled at KES.
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Accommodation for staff or a rental allowance.
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Complimentary private medical insurance for the employee.
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A strong commitment to your professional growth and career progression.
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Motivated and respectful students.
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Excellent facilities to enhance your teaching experience.
DETAILS:
We are looking for an accomplished English Teacher for our Secondary School, capable of teaching up to KS5. Our school boasts abundant practical resources and maintains high expectations for student achievement. Fostering and nurturing positive relationships is crucial for optimizing student progress. Our curriculum adheres to the English national standards up to IGCSE and IAL, accredited by Cambridge and Pearson examination boards.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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A relevant bachelor’s degree.
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PGCE or PGDE and QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
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Experience teaching KS5 is a plus.
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We welcome applications from exceptional Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
Kuwait English School Expectations:
As a member of the Kuwait English School community, you are expected to:
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Demonstrate professional integrity consistently, maintaining confidentiality and tact, while being honest and transparent in your work.
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Identify and enhance areas relevant to your role that can elevate from good to outstanding.
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Adhere to school policies and procedures related to your responsibilities and make updates as necessary.
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Attend meetings, performances, and other functions/events when required.
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Actively participate in activities contributing to the school’s self-evaluation, upholding high standards in all areas, and engaging in appraisal and performance management systems.
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Collaborate with your team to submit draft proposals and documents for further development by the Leadership Team, supporting final decisions made by Leadership.
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Be punctual for scheduled meetings.
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Encourage open expression of views while committing to the majority decision or the Head of School’s final decision.
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Balance the sometimes conflicting demands of transparency and confidentiality, working cohesively as a team with colleagues.
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Foster a unified community, avoiding a ‘them and us’ mentality.
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Take on specific tasks as reasonably assigned by School Leadership.
Explore this exciting opportunity further by visiting our career page and school website.
To apply, please complete the online application form on the TES website, including a CV and a letter of application in PDF format.
Your application must include the 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 ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The school reserves the right to conduct interviews and make appointments before the application deadline, so early submissions are encouraged. Interviews for the position will likely be conducted via Google Meet.
Safeguarding Statement:
Kuwait English School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment. Consequently, all positions are subject to safer recruitment practices, which include the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Holders of UK and EU passports will need to obtain an ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those based on ethnicity and gender.
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.” You can view the complete BSO Inspection Report for more details.
WHAT WE OFFER (Overseas Staff):
•
A competitive, tax-free salary that exceeds the UK salary scale.
•
Discounts on school fees for children attending KES.
•
Annual round trip airfare for staff and reduced rates for two children enrolled at KES.
•
Accommodation for staff or a rental allowance.
•
Complimentary private medical insurance for the employee.
•
A strong commitment to your professional growth and career progression.
•
Motivated and respectful students.
•
Excellent facilities to enhance your teaching experience.
DETAILS:
We are looking for an accomplished English Teacher for our Secondary School, capable of teaching up to KS5. Our school boasts abundant practical resources and maintains high expectations for student achievement. Fostering and nurturing positive relationships is crucial for optimizing student progress. Our curriculum adheres to the English national standards up 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).
•
Experience teaching KS5 is a plus.
•
We welcome applications from exceptional Early Career Teachers (ECTs).
Kuwait English School Expectations:
As a member of the Kuwait English School community, you are expected to:
•
Demonstrate professional integrity consistently, maintaining confidentiality and tact, while being honest and transparent in your work.
•
Identify and enhance areas relevant to your role that can elevate from good to outstanding.
•
Adhere to school policies and procedures related to your responsibilities and make updates as necessary.
•
Attend meetings, performances, and other functions/events when required.
•
Actively participate in activities contributing to the school’s self-evaluation, upholding high standards in all areas, and engaging in appraisal and performance management systems.
•
Collaborate with your team to submit draft proposals and documents for further development by the Leadership Team, supporting final decisions made by Leadership.
•
Be punctual for scheduled meetings.
•
Encourage open expression of views while committing to the majority decision or the Head of School’s final decision.
•
Balance the sometimes conflicting demands of transparency and confidentiality, working cohesively as a team with colleagues.
•
Foster a unified community, avoiding a ‘them and us’ mentality.
•
Take on specific tasks as reasonably assigned by School Leadership.
Explore this exciting opportunity further by visiting our career page and school website.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please complete the online application form on the TES website, including a CV and a letter of application in PDF format.
Your application must include the 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 ‘Apply Now’ on TES Online. The school reserves the right to conduct interviews and make appointments before the application deadline, so early submissions are encouraged. Interviews for the position will likely be conducted via Google Meet.
Safeguarding Statement:
Kuwait English School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment. Consequently, all positions are subject to safer recruitment practices, which include the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Holders of UK and EU passports will need to obtain an ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those based on ethnicity and gender.