Early Years (Reception) Teacher

Join a High-Performing School in Abu Dhabi

Ajyal International School MBZ is an inclusive, high-performing ENC school with exceptional academic outcomes, located in Mohammed Bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi. With 1,540 students from FS1 to Year 13, representing 22 nationalities, we are a truly international community.

In October 2024, we were graded Very Good by the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK). We are scheduled to complete our first BSO inspection in June 2026.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Early Years Teacher (Reception) to join our thriving EYFSteam.

Why Ajyal MBZ?

At Ajyal MBZ, every child is known, valued and inspired to thrive. Our approach combines academic excellence with strong pastoral care, character development and wellbeing.

We offer:

• A well-resourced campus with excellent Early Years facilities
• A supportive and ambitious Senior Leadership Team
• Highly motivated, well-behaved students
• Engaged and supportive parentsA culture of innovation and continuous school improvement
• A collaborative and supportive Early Years team

We follow the 2014 National Curriculum of England alongside the 2025 EYFS Statutory Framework and offer GCSE, iGCSE, iAS and iA Levels through Cambridge, AQA and Edexcel.

We are currently working towards BSO accreditation, which will enable us to offer a UK-recognised ECT induction programme in partnership with ESP Education from August 2026.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver high‑quality, play‑based Early Years provision
• Inspire a love of learning from the earliest stages
• Create a warm, nurturing and safe environment for our youngest children
• Contribute to the continued development of the Early Years department
• Support curriculum innovation and enrichment
• Play an active role in the wider school community

This role is suitable for Early Career Teachers (ECTs) as well as experienced practitioners.

About You

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Demonstrates genuine passion for Early Years education
• Creates stimulating, child‑centred learning environments
• Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour
• Understands personalised learning and inclusive practice
• Is committed to professional growth and whole‑school development
• Thrives in a diverse international setting

If you are passionate about Early Years education and excited to contribute to a dynamic, high‑performing international school, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Ajyal International School, MBZ

High Expectations. Endless Possibilities.

Subject & Grade Level

• Subjects: Early Years Learning
• Grade levels: KG

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor
• Teaching Experience: 0 years
• Licences & Certifications: Teaching Credential/License
• Additional School Requirements:
  • A BEd in Early Childhood or Primary Education with a recognised teaching licence (e.g. QTS or equivalent)
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Education (e.g. BEd Science) plus a recognised teaching qualification e.g. PGCE/PGDE in Early Childhood or Primary Education, or a recognised teaching licence e.g. QTS or equivalent in Early Childhood or Primary Education, or one year of documented teaching experience in Early Childhood or Primary Education
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in any specialism plus a recognised teaching qualification in Early Childhood or Primary Education (e.g. PGCE/PGDE), or a recognised teaching licence in Early Childhood or Primary Education (e.g. QTS or equivalent)
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in any specialism plus a recognised teaching qualification e.g. PGCE or PGDE in any subject and two years of documented teaching experience in Early Childhood or Primary Education, or a recognised teaching licence e.g. QTS in any subject and two years of documented teaching experience in Early Childhood or Primary Education
• Two supporting references and a recent police clearance that is less than 3 months old will be required, if successful. Candidates who have trained or worked in the UK require two supporting references, Basic DBS and ICPC that are less than three months old.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Housing Support
• Professional Development
• Travel Benefits
• Other benefits:
  • Our International Package Competitive tax‑free salary
  • Two‑year renewable contract and visa
  • Shared two‑bedroom furnished accommodation with private bedroom and bathroom in a popular residential area (with pool, gym, parking and internet), or an accommodation allowance
  • Annual flight allowance
  • Comprehensive medical insurance
  • End‑of‑service gratuity
  • Fee discount for dependent children
  • For candidates recruited from overseas we provide an allowance for the flight on joining
  • Our staff accommodation is conveniently located in Raha Beach, close to Abu Dhabi International Airport and Yas Island, with Dubai just an hour’s drive away