Early Years Teacher (with Lead responsibilities)

We require an Early Years Teacher (with the ability to head/lead Early Years) to join our thriving school. We require a graduate Teacher (Early Years) who is passionate about young children, ages 2 - 5 years, and their education.

We are looking for an outstanding Teacher with knowledge and experience of Early Years, who has leadership experience within their setting. You will be highly driven and motivated, have an eye for detail, work flexibly and creatively and, above all, pass your love of learning on to our children.

Candidates should have a good working knowledge of Google Apps and the confidence to work with IT. Experience in an International school is an added advantage.

*Previous applicants need not apply.

 Teaching qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education in Early Years or PGDE/PGCE in Early Years Education

 Experience:

• Be a qualified Early Years Teacher and have a thorough knowledge of the EYFS framework
• Should have experience of working with toddlers and preschoolers of 2 – 4 years
• Should have a minimum of three years teaching experience in Early Years, after acquiring the teaching qualification. Experience acquired in the UK or overseas in a British curriculum school is preferred
• A working knowledge of Google Apps
• Should be professional both in conduct and appearance and fully committed to the life of the school (including school events onsite and offsite)

Apply with the TES application form (insert application letter in the Supporting statement space in the form) and attach a detailed CV (with a passport photo on the top page). The application letter should state how the candidate meets the points listed in the “Experience” sections.

In the CV, please include the names and contact details of three professional referees (employers/line managers), one must be your current/most recent Head of School. All applications should be addressed to the Principal and sent via the TES website.

*Do not attach certificates or reference letters at this stage.

 Closing date: 30th November 2024

*Interviews will take place on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date for the right candidate. Expected to start in January 2025.

Rainbow International School Uganda is a safer recruitment school and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening and rigorous background checks (including contacting previous employers). The successful candidate must possess a valid passport and will be asked for a recent ICPC/Interpol check and the equivalent police certificate of good conduct from the country of current residence/employment, notarised copies of relevant academic documents, yellow fever vaccination card and a pre-employment fit for work certification (as well as any other documents that may be required for work permit application for non-Ugandans and their family members).

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer (EOE)