Primary Class Teacher (Key Stage 1 and 2)

Kuwait English School (KES) is a leading co-educational private English day
school catering for children ‎3 - ‎18 years of age representing over ‎65
nationalities with an excellent and established record of providing quality
education for the community of Kuwait. The school is located in purpose built
premises and offers the English National Curriculum, IGCSE/GCSE/GCE A/S and A
level. We have over ‎230 academic staff who have excellent qualifications and
experience and are highly motivated. It is accredited by BSO and we are
members of the BSME, COBIS and ECIS.
"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." BSO Inspection Report. Please check the full
BSO Inspection Report.

WHAT WE OFFER (Overseas Staff):
* Competitive salary which is tax free and significantly higher than the UK salary scale.
* Discount on children's school fees at KES.
* Annual round trip flights for staff and discounted rate for ‎2 children (attending KES).
* Staff Accommodation or rent allowance.
* Free private medical insurance for the employee.
* A strong commitment to your professional development and career management.
* Courteous and hardworking students.
* Fantastic facilities to resource your ability to teach your students.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
* Candidates should have a Bachelors in Education degree with QTS or equivalent with QTS and PGCE.
* NQTs and teaching couples are encouraged to apply.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
* A growth mindset and resilience
* A collaborative approach to teamwork
* Innovative and adaptive teaching methods
* Excellent IT skills, particularly in Google Suite for Education
* Experience of high quality e-teaching and learning
* Excellent subject knowledge
* Proven effective classroom management skills
* A warm personality and genuine interest in student wellbeing and academic progress
* Understanding of best safeguarding practices
* Excellent communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* A passion for developing best practice
* Commitment to a vibrant enrichment programme.

Find out more about this exciting opportunity by visiting our career page and
school website.

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How to apply:**
Please apply by completing the online application form on the TES website
including a CV, and a letter of application addressed to the Head of School
(Mr. Chris Hansen) as a pdf document.
Applications must include the contact details for at least two professional
referees one of whom should be your current principal/Head of School.
Completed applications should be submitted electronically via 'Apply Now' on
TES Online. The initial deadline for receipt of applications is 9th of
February ‎2023. The school reserves the right to interview potential appointees
and to make an appointment before the deadline date. Thus early applications
are encouraged. Interviews for the post will most likely take place by google
meet.

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Safeguarding Statement:**
Kuwait English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all posts are subject to safer
recruitment practises, including the disclosure of criminal records and
vetting checks. UK and EU-based passport holders will be required to obtain an
ICPC check. Previous employers will be contacted. We particularly welcome
applications from under represented groups including ethnicity and gender.

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