Job overview
About Us
Kensington International School is a thriving, diverse, and forward-thinking learning community dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child. Located in Bangkok on our award-winning campuses, our school caters to students from Early Years to Primary, offering a high-quality, holistic education in a welcoming, inclusive environment.
With a reputation for excellence, we are committed to delivering a broad and balanced British curriculum, enriched by project-based learning that inspires creativity, collaboration, and real-world application. At Kensington, we emphasise developing a growth mindset alongside promoting inclusivity and well-being. Our dedicated staff encourage children to reach their full potential while upholding core values such as respect, curiosity, and resilience. Our dynamic house system—Fire, Water, Air, and Earth—engages students across all year levels, fostering community spirit and friendly competition.
We value both indoor and outdoor learning opportunities, understanding that a balanced approach is essential to helping students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Primary School Teacher to join our team. If you are committed to shaping young minds, promoting well-being, and contributing to a vibrant international community, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Overview
As a Primary School Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons that incorporate project-based learning to enrich children’s understanding. You will play a key role in creating a positive, stimulating environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and social-emotional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver lessons that align with the British curriculum, incorporating project-based approaches that encourage hands-on learning and cross-curricular connections.
Use a range of teaching strategies to engage students actively and develop essential skills such as communication, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Monitor, assess, and document children’s progress, using data to inform planning and communicate effectively with parents.
Create an inclusive classroom environment that supports children with diverse needs, including those with SEND and EAL.
Maintain a safe and positive classroom atmosphere that promotes children’s well-being, confidence, and respect.
Collaborate with colleagues, subject specialists, and parents to support each child’s learning journey.
Uphold the school’s safeguarding policies, ensuring the welfare of all children in your care.
Qualifications and Skills:
BEd (Hons) with QTS or equivalent OR University Degree with PGCE
Native English Speaker.
Experience teaching in a Primary School Setting, preferably within an international or multicultural environment.
Strong understanding of child development and play-based learning approaches.
Commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and student well-being.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
Familiarity with UK and Ireland safeguarding practices and policies.
Package will include will include:
Competitive salary.
Housing allowance or School Accomodation
Annual flight Allowance
Medical insurance (for dependent spouse and children too).
100% Tuition fees contribution for up to two children
An end of contract gratuity.
A free meal each working day
Teacher licence and work permit are accommodated and funded.
Safeguarding
Kensington International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to an appropriate criminal background check from your home country and also the country you are currently working in, and satisfactory reference checks (which will be followed up by a phone call to each referee). It is essential that one reference should be completed by your current headteacher.
Why Join Kensington?
Be part of a warm, collaborative, and supportive teaching community across our three campuses.
Opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training and development.
A values-driven environment that emphasises well-being, inclusivity, and a growth mindset.
Experience of participating in school-wide events, celebrations, and the house system that promotes student engagement.
An inspiring purpose built environment that enables both indoor and outdoor learning.