Early Years Teacher

The Ark Christian school Spain; Mijas; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ark Christian School Spain is seeking a warm and committed Early Years Teacher to join our Foundation Stage team from January 2027. You will lead our Pre-Reception class, delivering the EYFS curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment where every child can flourish.

You will plan a play-based curriculum across the seven areas of learning, develop phonics and language skills, observe and report progress to parents, and uphold the school's Christian ethos while supporting children with EAL and

Qualifications

• Native or near-native English
• A caring, creative and patient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and child wellbeing
• Support for our Christian ethos
• Spanish is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a play-based EYFS curriculum across all seven areas of learning
• Develop early phonics, language and communication skills
• Create engaging continuous provision, indoors and outdoors
• Act as key person, supporting children's wellbeing and personal development
• Observe, assess and report progress to parents
• Work closely with teaching assistants and the Early Years team
• Support children with EAL and SEND
• Uphold the school's Christian ethos and values

Skills

Native English

Caring

Creative

Patient

Education

QTS/EYTS/PGCE or equivalent in Early Years or Primary Education

Job description

The role

We are looking for a warm and committed Early Years Teacher to join our Foundation Stage team from January 2027. You will lead our Pre-Reception class, delivering the EYFS curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment where every child can flourish.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a play-based EYFS curriculum across all seven areas of learning
• Develop early phonics, language and communication skills
• Create engaging continuous provision, indoors and outdoors
• Act as key person, supporting children's wellbeing and personal development
• Observe, assess and track progress, and report to parents
• Work closely with teaching assistants and the Early Years team
• Support children with EAL and SEND
• Uphold the school's Christian ethos and values

Qualifications

• QTS, EYTS, PGCE or equivalent in Early Years or Primary Education
• Experience teaching EYFS, ideally in a British or international school
• Native or near-native English
• A caring, creative and patient approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and child wellbeing
• Support for our Christian ethos
• Spanish is an advantage