Early Years Teacher - EYFS Curriculum

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Accommodation provided

Private medical insurance

Annual flight allowance

Job summary

GEMS Wesgreen International School in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is hiring an Early Years Teacher to deliver EYFS curriculum in a British environment. The role focuses on safe, inclusive and developmentally appropriate learning, fostering academic, social, emotional and personal development for young children.

The successful candidate will use play-based and teacher-guided methods to develop early literacy and numeracy, communicate with families, and monitor progress within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Ideal profile: hold a B.Ed or bachelor's with a PGCE/PGDE or equivalent in Primary or Early Years education.
• Experience with National Curriculum for England is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Early Years learning experiences aligned to the EYFS.
• Support literacy, numeracy, communication, and social development through play-based and guided activities.
• Observe and assess child progress, maintain records, and plan next steps.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, colleagues and families to support each child’s development.

Education

B.Ed or Bachelor's + PGCE/PGDE

Job description

Early Years Teacher - EYFS Curriculum Job Snapshot
Role: Early Years Teacher - EYFS Curriculum
Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education
Function: Early Childhood Care & Development
Experience: Early Career Teachers and experienced educators considered
Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview Early Years Teacher - EYFS Curriculum in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is an immediate Education opportunity for a qualified educator who can deliver engaging, inclusive and developmentally appropriate learning within a British curriculum environment. GEMS Education is hiring an Early Years specialist to support children 's academic, social, emotional and personal development while creating stimulating classroom experiences aligned with the National Curriculum for England and Early Years expectations.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Sharjah Industry: Education Function: Early Childhood Care & Development Salary: 9000-14000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context The Early Years Teacher will provide young learners with a strong foundation for future education by creating a safe, nurturing and purposeful learning environment. The role requires a balance of structured teaching, play-based exploration, communication development, early literacy and numeracy, creativity and personal development. Working within GEMS Wesgreen International School, the teacher will help children become confident, curious and independent learners while closely monitoring individual progress and wellbeing. The position also involves strong collaboration with colleagues and families to ensure that each child receives appropriate support and challenge during this important stage of development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality Early Years learning experiences appropriate to children 's developmental stages.
• Create engaging classroom activities that encourage curiosity, exploration, creativity and independent thinking.
• Support early literacy, communication, language and numeracy development through practical and purposeful learning.
• Use play-based and teacher-guided approaches to develop children 's knowledge, confidence and social skills.
• Establish a safe, inclusive and welcoming classroom environment where every child feels valued.
• Adapt learning experiences to meet different abilities, interests, developmental needs and learning styles.
• Observe children carefully and use assessment evidence to identify progress, strengths and areas requiring additional support.
• Maintain accurate records of children 's learning, development and achievement.
• Set appropriate next steps based on individual observations and assessment outcomes.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, resilience, cooperation and respect.
• Support children 's emotional wellbeing and help them develop secure relationships within the school environment.
• Use creative resources, practical activities, stories, movement, art and exploration to enrich learning.
• Work collaboratively with teaching assistants and other Early Years colleagues when planning and delivering learning.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding children 's progress, wellbeing and development.
• Contribute to transition arrangements as children move between Early Years stages and into Primary education.
• Participate in school events, enrichment activities, celebrations and wider community initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, supervision, health and safety throughout the school day.
• Engage actively in professional development, collaborative planning and school improvement activities.
• Follow GEMS policies and applicable UAE educational requirements.

Ideal Profile Candidates should hold a B.Ed or a bachelor 's degree together with a PGCE, PGDE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification specialising in Primary or Early Years Education. Experience teaching the National Curriculum for England will be valuable, although Early Career Teachers are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for Early Years education and the ability to create engaging, innovative and inclusive learning experiences for young children. High expectations for children 's achievement, behaviour, wellbeing and personal development are essential. Applicants should understand how young children learn through exploration, communication, practical activity and carefully structured teaching. Strong communication and teamwork skills are required, together with the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families. Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional learning and willingness to contribute to the wider school community.

Skills Set

• Early Years Foundation Stage
• Early Years education
• National Curriculum for England
• Child development
• Play-based learning
• Early literacy
• Early numeracy
• Communication and language development
• Personal development
• Social development
• Emotional development
• Classroom management
• Learning through play
• Child observation
• Formative assessment
• Progress monitoring
• Differentiated instruction
• Inclusive education
• Lesson planning
• Curriculum planning
• Learning environment design
• Behaviour management
• Parent communication
• Safeguarding
• Student wellbeing
• Creative learning
• Teaching assistant coordination
• Transition planning
• Professional development

Why Join Us

This opportunity offers Early Years educators the chance to work within one of the UAE 's established British curriculum schools while benefiting from a four-day working week and structured professional development. GEMS Wesgreen International School supports both Early Career Teachers and experienced educators through development pathways that include ECT, QTS and PGCE programmes delivered through ESP Ltd. Teachers can also pursue longer-term career progression opportunities across the wider GEMS Education network. The employment package includes a competitive tax-free salary, individual fully furnished accommodation, free schooling for eligible dependants, private medical insurance, annual flight allowance and end-of-service gratuity. Staff also receive access to GEMS Rewards, providing discounts across travel, retail, dining and leisure throughout the UAE.

Employment Package

• competitive tax-free salary
• individual fully furnished accommodation
• free schooling for eligible dependants
• private medical insurance
• annual flight allowance
• end-of-service gratuity
• GEMS Rewards providing discounts across travel, retail, dining and leisure throughout the UAE

About the Company

GEMS Education is an established international education provider operating a wide network of schools across the United Arab Emirates and other markets. GEMS Wesgreen International School was founded in 1991 and educates nearly 4000 students from EYFS through Year 13 in Sharjah. The school follows the National Curriculum for England, holds British Schools Overseas accreditation with Outstanding recognition across all standards and combines academic development, inclusive teaching, student wellbeing and structured professional growth for educators.