EYFS / Primary Class Teacher (NQTs+)

Due to recent changes in qualifications and experience requirements, we can now accept applications from Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) with no teaching experience. However, teachers with classroom experience of one year or more are also strongly encouraged to apply.

THE SCHOOL

Garden City British School (GCBS) is a new school due to start operations from September 2017 with classes from FS2 (KG1) to Year 6 (Grade 5). Applications are welcome for all years/grades.

As a primary-only school, Garden City will be unique as there are very few similar schools established and running in Al Ain. The school will follow the EYFS, Cambridge and National Curriculum of England (2014) alongside Ministry of Education subjects such as Arabic, Islamic Studies (Muslim students only) and UAE Social Studies which are compulsory subjects for all private schools in the United Arab Emirates.

The GCBS campus will boast excellent facilities including technology-rich classrooms, multi-purpose sports hall, 25m swimming pool, outside sports/play areas and specialist teaching rooms. Students will have ample opportunities to engage in enrichment activities involving discovery, innovation and enterprise.

We anticipate attracting students from a variety of nationalities alongside a faculty of teachers qualified and experienced to deliver the National Curriculum of England.

Garden City British School will be managed by Creative Education Services (CES), an educational service group operating various schools in the UAE including Al Basma British School (www.albasmaschool.ae) where education is exciting and fun, based on inquiry, investigation and problem solving that prepare students for life in this complex and changing world.

THE PLACE

Al Ain (meaning The Spring) is the second largest city in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the fourth largest city in the United Arab Emirates. Al Ain is often called the ‘Garden City of The Gulf’ given the many oases, parks, tree-lined avenues and decorative roundabouts. The city is on the Oman border and is approximately two hours drive to both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. As a developing tourist destination, the dry desert air makes Al Ain a welcome retreat from the coastal humidity of the larger cities. A highlight is the drive up the mountain road to the top of Jebel Hafeet, treating you to sweeping views of the arid splendour.

Further information can be found at
http://www.planetware.com/united-arab-emirates/al-ain-uae-abu-alain.htm
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g298061-Activities-Al_Ain_Emirate_of_Abu_Dhabi.html

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Successful candidates will need to show a genuine commitment to creating an inspiring and stimulating child-centred learning environment. Teachers will be highly motivated as exemplary practitioners demonstrating a deep understanding of personalised learning.

NQTs with no teaching experience:

• For KG1/2 (FS2/Year 1), applicants should have
  o Internationally recognised BEd or Bachelor Degree in primary or early years education
• For KG2 (Year 1) to Grade 5 (Year 6), applicants should have either
  o Internationally recognised BEd or Bachelor Degree in primary education
  o Internationally recognised subject Degree + PGCE (or equivalent) in primary education

Teachers with one or more years’ of teaching experience:

• For KG1/2 (FS2/Year 1), applicants should have
  o Internationally recognised BEd or Bachelor Degree in primary or early years education + one or more years’ experience of primary/early years teaching after graduation
• For KG2 (Year 1) to Grade 5 (Year 6), applicants should have either
  o Internationally recognised BEd or Bachelor Degree in primary education + one or more years’ experience of primary teaching after graduation
  o Internationally recognised subject Degree + PGCE (or equivalent) in primary education + one or more years’ experience of primary teaching after graduation

Any degree or joint degree which includes theology, religious education, criminology or politics will not be accepted by Abu Dhabi Education Council.

OUR PACKAGE

Our remuneration package includes:

• Two-year contract (renewable)
• Tax-free salary
• Shared furnished accommodation (including internet access) or an accommodation allowance
• Settling-in allowance
• Annual flights
• Excellent international medical cover
• End-of-service gratuity

TO APPLY

Applicants travelling alone without dependents are preferred.

Applicants living locally in Al Ain on spouse/family visa are strongly encouraged to apply.

Due to UAE law, the school cannot provide accommodation to unmarried couples.

Interested applicants should click on the ‘Apply now’ button below to upload their CV and supporting statement. Applicants can either upload their supporting statement or copy and paste into the available space provided. Finally, applicants will need to click on the ‘Submit application’ button.

Interviews will be held in the UK, via SKYPE or locally.