Teacher of EYFS and Lower Primary

Job overview

Amity International School, Abu Dhabi is looking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and highly motivated teacher of EYFS & Lower Primary.
Due to the continued growth and increased demand for places in our EYFS & Lower Primary section at Amity, we are looking to recruit well-qualified teachers to support this outstanding team. Candidates should have a degree in Primary Education or another relevant field with a PGCE to meet the expectations for teacher registration in Abu Dhabi. Experience teaching Key Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2) within the British Curriculum is essential.

About Amity International School

Amity International School is a newly established British Curriculum International School with a renowned reputation for sport, music, arts and academia. The magnificent 15-acre bay-side campus allows the school to boast unique school facilities within a beautiful setting on the perimeter of the UAE's capital, providing an inspirational working environment where pupils are committed and keen to learn.
Amity International School is set up as a not-for-profit organisation.

Benefits for the successful candidate include:

  • Highly competitive salary benchmarked against many of the leading schools locally
  • Accommodation or a housing allowance aligned with your personal family circumstances
  • A spacious and modern, innovative teaching and learning environment
  • Supportive line management and access to generous professional development training
  • Opportunities to link with other subject areas in school and other schools internationally

Application process

Applicants should complete the application form on the TES website via the Quick Apply button. Please submit a CV of no more than 2 pages. Scanned copies of degree certificates and teaching qualifications would also be gratefully received.
Please note that the school reserves the right to begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Therefore, candidates are recommended to submit their application as soon as possible.
Interviews will be conducted in Abu Dhabi or via Teams.
Start date for this position will be August 2026.

Safeguarding commitment

Amity International School is aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.
All applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening and submit a current police criminal check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment in addition to supplying a minimum of two references, at least one of which should be from the Head Teacher or Principal of the most recent school.
Kindly note that due to the number of applicants we receive only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview schedule.

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