Early Years Teacher – Term 2 Maternity Cover

Brighton College International; Dubai; On-site; AED 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brighton College Dubai is seeking an enthusiastic FS1 Class Teacher to join our warm Pre-Prep team on a temporary maternity cover for Term 2 of the 2026/27 academic year.

The successful candidate will hold UAE-recognised qualifications, be committed to safeguarding, and create a happy, stimulating classroom where learning through play sits alongside planned adult-led teaching. Experience in Early Years is advantageous and a willingness to embrace our approach is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child wellbeing.
• High standards of teaching and learning in Early Years/Primary settings.
• Ability to create a nurturing, stimulating classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of every child.
• Create a happy, purposeful and stimulating classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the College and our supportive school community.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Safeguarding

Relationship building

Learning through play

Education

MOHESR certificate recognised (UAE)

Job description

Brighton College Dubai

Brighton College Dubai is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed FS1 Class Teacher to join our outstanding Pre-Prep team on a temporary maternity cover contract for Term 2 of the 2026/27 academic year.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a warm, ambitious and highly supportive Pre-Prep where we place the happiness and wellbeing of our pupils at the heart of everything we do. Our approach combines high expectations with purposeful learning through play, ensuring every child is challenged, supported and encouraged to develop confidence, curiosity and kindness.

We are looking for an excellent practitioner who understands the importance of building strong relationships with young children and creating an engaging, nurturing and ambitious learning environment. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, reflective and committed to ensuring that every pupil is able to thrive.

Experience of teaching within Early Years would be advantageous, although we would also welcome applications from strong primary practitioners with a genuine interest in Early Years and a willingness to embrace our approach.

The successful candidate will:

• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of every child
• Be a qualified teacher with a strong understanding of high quality teaching and learning
• Have high expectations for every pupil and a commitment to ensuring there is no ceiling on what children can achieve
• Create a happy, purposeful and stimulating classroom environment
• Understand the importance of learning through play alongside carefully planned adult led teaching
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and parents
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the College and our supportive school community

Brighton College Dubai offers an exceptional working environment with enthusiastic pupils, supportive colleagues and a strong culture of professional learning and collaboration.

Requirements

As this is a temporary maternity cover position, applicants must currently hold their own or sponsored UAE residence visa and medical insurance.

Applicants must hold academic qualifications that have been attested in line with UAE requirements, together with a valid Certificate of Recognition issued by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR) for their qualification relevant to the role. Both documents must be provided before an appointment can be confirmed, and the appointment is conditional upon them meeting MOHESR, KHDA, and MOHRE requirements.

The appointment is subject to the College's safer recruitment procedures, including appropriate background and safeguarding checks.

Brighton College Dubai is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.