Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS), one of the most established British schools in Al Ain and part of the global Cognita group, is seeking a passionate Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teacher to join from August 2025. This role offers the opportunity to inspire a love of learning in young children and foster their academic, social, and emotional development in a nurturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality EYFS lessons aligned with the British National Curriculum.

• Create an engaging and stimulating learning environment that supports inquiry-based learning.

• Promote strong communication and collaboration with parents and colleagues.

• Foster positive student behaviour and encourage independent learning.

• Contribute to extracurricular activities and whole-school events.

• Uphold safeguarding standards and ensure student well-being.

Skills & Requirements:

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent teaching certification.

• Previous experience teaching the British Curriculum in an Early Years/Primary setting.

• Strong classroom management and lesson-planning skills.

• Enthusiastic, creative, and reflective teaching approach.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to continuous professional development and collaborative teamwork.

Benefits:

• Competitive, tax-free salary package.

• High-quality furnished accommodation.

• Comprehensive medical insurance.

• Annual return flights to home country.

• Visa sponsorship and end-of-service gratuity.

• Four and a half day working week in line with UAE regulations.

• Professional growth opportunities within Cognita’s global network.

About the School & Company:
Al Ain English Speaking School (AAESS), established in 1979, is one of the leading British schools in the UAE with over 2,200 students aged 3 to 19. The school has achieved a Very Good inspection rating and is the first in Al Ain to receive the British Schools Overseas Award, endorsed by Ofsted. It boasts modern facilities including a swimming pool, tennis courts, auditorium, media studios, and Apple Mac suites.

AAESS is part of Cognita, a global education group with over 100 schools across 16 countries, serving more than 85,000 students. Cognita is dedicated to providing world-class education, ensuring students thrive academically and personally in a rapidly evolving world.