Deputy Head of Infant-Early Years Department - Urgent

International Teachers Plus; Qatar; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Qatar is searching for a Deputy Head of Infant Division to lead staff, drive curriculum development, and improve teaching standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Education, experience in a similar role, and excellent English skills. A tax-free monthly salary of QAR 20,000 to 23,000 is offered, alongside housing support and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

FREE furnished accommodation

Health insurance for employee and one dependent

100% discount tuition fee for 1 dependent

Qualifications

• Must have a teaching license from the UK, US, CA, AU, NZ, or ZA.
• Minimum 3 years teaching experience for Primary grades.
• Minimum 2 years experience as Deputy or Head Primary Department.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with teachers and lead curriculum development.
• Develop lesson plans in line with British curriculum objectives.
• Resolve behavioral or academic problems.

Skills

Classroom management

Excellent English skills

Cultural sensitivity

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor Degree in Education

Master Degree in Leadership

Job description

About the Role

An International School in Qatar that follows the British Curriculum is looking for a Deputy Head of Infant Division who will be responsible for liaising with teachers in the Department and curriculum development for the program.

Working with the Senior Leadership team, The Deputy Head of Infant will lead, motivate, support, challenge and develop staff to secure the highest standards and expectations, including through professional development training for staff linked to planning, teaching and assessment.

Teaching load will be at 50%. Develop lesson plans and themes in line with British curriculum objectives. Facilitate learning by establishing a relationship with students and organizing learning resources and the classroom environment.

Meeting with teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve any possible behavioural or academic problem. Must also establish clear objectives for all lessons, and projects and attend staff meetings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Education for Infant-Early Years grades from a recognized University (From the UK preferred)
• Master Degree in Leadership an asset
• TEACHING LICENSE FROM ONE OF THE FOLLOWING COUNTRIES: UK, US, CA, AU, NZ, ZA (due to Visa restrictions)
• Must have excellent English skills and could pass an IELTS exam at level 7
• Must have excellent classroom management skills and able to deal effectively with student behaviour issues

Required Experience

• Minimum 3 years teaching experience for Primary grades (In the UK preferred)
• Minimum 2 years experience as Deputy or Head Primary Department or in a similar role
• Culturally sensitive, dependable, flexible and able to work in a continuously changing environment

Monthly Salary Range

TAX FREE Monthly salary from QAR 20,000 to 23,000 AED depending on qualifications and experience

Housing

FREE Furnished accommodation according to marital status & number of dependents relocating

OR Housing Allowance of QAR 5,500 to 8,500 depending on family size

Utilities paid, up to QAR 300 for Single and QAR 500 for married approximately

Health Insurance Coverage

Medical insurance for employee and one dependent (spouse or child)

Annual Air Tickets

Annual Return Air Fare for employee and one nominated dependent (can either be spouse or child)

Leave

In addition to official holidays, paid leave is allocated as per academic calendar and as per country Labour law. Minimum 30 work days per year.

Dependant School Fees

100% discount tuition fee for 1 dependent attending same school as employee

Visa & Medical Check Fees

Residence Visa Fees will be paid for employee ONLY. Employee is responsible for fees for dependents

End Of Service Benefit

Gratuity of 21 days of basic salary as per Qatar Labor law, for each full year worked

Contract Period

1 - 2 year contract – renewable

Location

Qatar

Paperwork Requirements

Notarized and Attested academic degrees, teaching certificates, transcripts, marriage and dependent birth certificates. You will be advised of school requirements

Start Date

As soon as possible or August 2025

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