Primary teacher

Start date: 23rd August 2026 (or as agreed)
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term (renewable)
Location: Kuwait

Cambridge English School is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled primary teacher to join our warm, supportive team in Kuwait.

We are a well-established British international school with high expectations, strong community values and a clear commitment to excellent teaching and learning.

Working internationally is a brilliant opportunity to broaden your experience, develop professionally, and be part of a diverse school community.

Kuwait offers a welcoming lifestyle, great amenities and easy access for regional travel — plus, guaranteed blue skies and sun!

We are proud to share that the school has recently received an excellent BSO inspection, reflecting the quality of education, care and safeguarding we provide.

Our community is warm, family-orientated and genuinely supportive — a place where staff are valued, pupils are known well, and teamwork is at the heart of what we do.

The role

We are looking for a teacher who will:

• Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons aligned to the English National Curriculum
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom culture where all pupils can thrive
• Use assessment effectively to plan, adapt teaching and secure strong progress
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, phase leaders and SLT
• Contribute to wider school life through enrichment, events and pastoral support

What we offer

• A supportive, professional team and strong leadership
• Well-resourced classrooms and a culture of high standards
• Ongoing professional development
• A warm staff team and a strong sense of community
• A great quality of life in Kuwait within a friendly international environment

Salary and benefits

A competitive package is offered, typically including:

• Tax-free salary (dependent on experience)
• Furnished accommodation or housing allowance
• Annual return flights
• Private medical insurance
• End of service benefits
• Visa sponsorship

Essential requirements

• A recognised teaching qualification (QTS/PGCE or equivalent)
• Recent experience teaching in Primary (KS1 or KS2)
• Strong subject knowledge, especially in English and maths
• Excellent classroom practice and behaviour management
• A commitment to safeguarding and child protection

Desirable

• Experience in an international school setting
• Experience with EAL learners
• Subject leadership experience or a strength in a particular curriculum area