Nursery Teacher Eyfs

Job description / Role

Job overview

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Department: Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception)
Reports to: Head of Early Years
Contract type: Full-time
Start date: Immediate

Inspire, nurture, thrive – join the Aldenham family
Aldenham Prep Riyadh is seeking a passionate, experienced, and dedicated EYFS teacher to join our growing Early Years team. If you're committed to delivering high-quality early childhood education and eager to make a lasting impact in a multicultural, international setting, we want to hear from you!

About the role

As an EYFS teacher, you will be instrumental in creating a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that aligns with the UK’s Early Years Foundation Stage Framework. You’ll foster curiosity, creativity, and independence in our youngest learners while preparing them for a lifelong journey of growth and discovery.

Key responsibilities

Teaching & learning

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative, and age-appropriate lessons based on the EYFS curriculum.
• Promote a balance of adult-led and child-initiated learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, including EAL and SEND pupils.
• Embed early literacy and numeracy through phonics programmes such as Jolly Phonics or Letters and Sounds.

Assessment & progress

• Observe, assess, and document children’s development using platforms like Tapestry.
• Use assessments to plan personalised next steps and track progress.
• Provide constructive feedback and maintain strong communication with parents.

Learning environment

• Create a stimulating, safe, and inclusive environment both indoors and outdoors.
• Encourage positive behaviour, emotional well-being, and social development.
• Reflect and celebrate the diversity of the school community.

Communication & collaboration

• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Collaborate effectively with teaching assistants and other staff members.
• Participate in parent meetings, open days, school events, and extracurricular activities.

Professional conduct

• Uphold the ethos and values of Aldenham Prep Riyadh.
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and behaviour policies.
• Engage in ongoing CPD and contribute to school development initiatives.

Person specification

Essential:

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• UK-recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE with QTS or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching within the EYFS.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS statutory framework and British curriculum expectations.

Desirable:

• Experience in international or bilingual school settings.
• Paediatric First Aid certification.
• Familiarity with phonics programmes such as Read Write Inc or Jolly Phonics.
• Proficiency with digital assessment tools like Tapestry.

What we’re looking for

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reflective, organised, and committed to professional growth.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and passionate about early years education.
• Adaptable, culturally aware, and ready to thrive in a dynamic international environment.

Why join Aldenham Prep Riyadh?

• Be part of a prestigious UK school with a 400-year heritage.
• Work in a supportive, innovative, and inclusive environment.
• Enjoy opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Live and teach in the vibrant city of Riyadh, blending tradition and modernity.

Safeguarding commitment

Aldenham Prep Riyadh is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS or international equivalent check
• Satisfactory references
• Confirmation of the right to work and live in Saudi Arabia