Head of Early Years

Head of Early Years

Capital School Bahrain – British Curriculum International School

Capital School Bahrain is seeking to appoint an experienced and inspiring Head of Early Years to lead and further develop our Early Years Foundation Stage provision.

This is a key leadership role within the Primary phase, suitable for an established EYFS leader or an experienced Early Years teacher with significant leadership responsibility, who is passionate about high-quality early childhood education and child development.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic and operational leadership of the EYFS (Nursery and Reception)

• Ensuring high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in line with the EYFS Framework

• Leading curriculum planning, provision, and continuous improvement across Early Years

• Supporting and developing EYFS staff through coaching, mentoring, and line management

• Monitoring progress, wellbeing, and outcomes to ensure strong foundations for learning

• Building strong relationships with parents and carers

• Ensuring safeguarding, welfare, and statutory compliance within Early Years

• Contributing to whole-school improvement priorities and leadership initiatives

The ideal candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with Early Years specialism

• Proven experience teaching within EYFS

• Previous experience as an EYFS Lead, Head of Early Years, or equivalent leadership role

• Strong knowledge of the EYFS Framework and early childhood pedagogy

• Experience leading teams and driving improvement

• A nurturing, child-centred approach combined with high expectations

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice

We offer:

• A leadership role in a growing British curriculum school

• Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team

• Competitive international salary and benefits package

• Opportunities for professional development and progression

Apply via TES with a CV and covering letter.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Safeguarding Statement

Capital School Bahrain is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to rigorous safer recruitment procedures, including the provision of satisfactory references, verification of qualifications and employment history, and an enhanced police or criminal background check from the applicant’s country of residence and/or previous countries of employment. Successful applicants will be required to comply with the school’s safeguarding policies and child protection procedures.