Assistant Headteacher (Secondary)

Doha British School; Doha; On-site; QAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Accommodation incl utilities

School fee discounts

Annual flight allowance

Medical insurance

Life insurance

End of service gratuity

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Doha British School – Ain Khaled Campus in Doha, Qatar, invites qualified educators to join our distinguished group. Successful applicants will hold a recognised degree in Education with PGCE/QTS and preferably a Master’s in Education, plus international teaching experience across IGCSE, AS/A Level and IB.

The position commences January 2027, subject to staffing needs and onboarding. We offer tax-free monthly salary, furnished accommodation, flight allowance, comprehensive medical and life

Qualifications

• A recognised educational degree such as a Bachelor's in Education or equivalent.
• A certified teaching qualification such as a PGCE or QTS with an Early Career Teaching Certificate.
• Master’s degree in Education or related field (preferred).
• Leadership Qualifications: NPQSL or equivalent (desirable).
• Exceptional subject knowledge, with extensive experience teaching the National Curriculum of England.
• Minimum four years of teaching experience (international experience is an advantage).
• Experience teaching IGCSE, AS/A Level and International Baccalaureate (IB).

Education

Bachelor's in Education or equivalent

PGCE or QTS with Early Career Teaching Certificate

Master’s degree in Education or related field

Job description

Doha British School – Ain Khaled Campus

Doha British Schools are a group of outstanding international schools providing a high-quality British education to over 4,000 students across Qatar. Each campus offers a strong pastoral programme and an extensive range of extra-curricular opportunities.

Each of our campuses operates under the experienced leadership of the Principal, supported by the Head of Primary and Head of Secondary. Our schools foster an ethos of high expectations, academic excellence, and personal growth. Character development is central to our culture and embedded in every aspect of school life.

What makes Doha British Schools unique is our unwavering commitment to holistic education. In addition to academic excellence — we nurture students who are ready to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Established in 1997 at our Ain Khaled campus, DBS has since expanded to include Al Wakra and Rawdat Al Hamama, each offering the same high-quality British curriculum and distinctive Sixth Form pathways. The Ain Khaled campus offers AS/A Levels, the IB Diploma, and BTEC programmes; Al Wakra offers AS/A Levels and BTEC programmes; and Rawdat Al Hamama offers AS/A Levels.

We believe every learner can, needs, and wants to achieve. Character development remains central to our ethos, ensuring our students grow into confident, respectful, and socially responsible global citizens.

All Doha British Schools are accredited by BSO, BSME, QNSA, and CIS. We take pride in our inclusive and diverse community.

Curriculum Overview

Doha British School follows the National Curriculum of England, adapted to reflect Qatar’s culture, heritage, and values. The school provides a continuous learning journey from Early Years through to Sixth Form, combining academic excellence with strong pastoral care and a focus on personal growth.

Across all stages, the DBS curriculum is designed to be relevant, rich, and challenging, blending academic rigour with leadership, creativity, and global citizenship.

Successful applicants must have:

• A recognised educational degree, such as a Bachelor's in Education or an equivalent qualification.
• A certified teaching qualification such as a PGCE or QTS with an Early Career Teaching Certificate (the PGCE must be supported by a subject-relevant bachelor’s degree).
• Master’s degree in Education or a related field (preferred).
• Leadership Qualifications: Advanced leadership training or qualifications such as NPQSL (National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership) or equivalent (desirable).
• Exceptional subject knowledge, with extensive experience teaching the National Curriculum of England.
• Minimum four years of teaching experience (international experience is an advantage but not required)
• Experience teaching IGCSE, AS/A Level and International Baccalaureate (IB).
• A proven track record of delivering outstanding teaching and learning.
• A strong commitment to contributing to the wider school community through extracurricular activities.

We Offer:

• Tax-free monthly salary.
• Furnished accommodation inclusive of utilities.
• School fee discounts for up to two dependants.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Medical insurance.
• Life insurance coverage.
• End of service gratuity.
• CPD opportunities including partnerships with Evidence Based Education.

This role is scheduled to commence in January 2027, subject to the school’s staffing requirements and the successful completion of all required recruitment and onboarding formalities.

Doha British School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.