Job Description

Primary EAL Teacher

Overview

Byron Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic and caring EAL Teacher for an international school, with a start date of August 2027.

This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about supporting young children during their earliest school experiences and creating a classroom environment where curiosity, confidence, and independence can grow. The successful candidate will deliver a high-quality early years programme that supports children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical development within a diverse international school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences aligned with the school’s early years curriculum
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that supports each child’s wellbeing and development
• Foster children’s language, communication, social, and motor skills through play-based and structured learning opportunities
• Observe, assess, and document student progress to inform teaching and support individual learning needs
• Differentiate instruction to meet the developmental range and learning profiles of young learners
• Build strong, positive relationships with students that encourage confidence, independence, and a love of learning
• Work closely with teaching assistants and support staff to ensure effective classroom organisation and student support
• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents regarding student progress, development, and wellbeing
• Contribute to year group planning, curriculum development, and wider school initiatives
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and behaviour expectations in a positive and developmentally appropriate way
• Participate fully in school events, staff meetings, professional development, and collaborative planning sessions
• Uphold school policies and promote safeguarding, health, and safety at all times

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field
• Recognised teaching qualification or licence
• Experience teaching in an early years or kindergarten setting
• Strong understanding of child development and early years teaching practice
• Ability to create engaging, child-centred learning environments
• Experience using observation and assessment to support student growth
• Excellent classroom management and organisational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multicultural school community
• High level of spoken and written English

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in an international school setting
• Familiarity with EYFS, IB Primary Years Programme, or other recognised early years frameworks
• Experience working with multilingual learners
• Additional training in phonics, early literacy, or inquiry-based learning
• Experience integrating technology into early years teaching in a purposeful and age-appropriate way

What the Role Offers

• Opportunity to shape meaningful early learning experiences for young children at a formative stage of development
• A collaborative and internationally minded school environment
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career growth
• A supportive team culture that values creativity, care, and continuous improvement
• The chance to contribute to a vibrant school community committed to high-quality teaching and learning

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a warm, reflective, and proactive teacher who understands the importance of nurturing the whole child. They will bring energy and patience to the classroom, value partnership with families, and be committed to helping every child feel seen, supported, and inspired to learn.