Director of Music

Dohacollege; Qatar; On-site; QAR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious British International School as the Director of Music, where you'll lead a vibrant music department and inspire students from Key Stage 3 to A Level. This role offers the chance to work with talented individuals, utilize state-of-the-art facilities, and foster community connections through music. With a tax-free salary and generous benefits, including accommodation and school fee support, this is an exciting opportunity to develop professionally in a supportive environment. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Qatar while making a lasting impact on young musicians.

Benefits

Accommodation Allowance

Medical Insurance

School Fee Support

Flight Allowance

Settling-in Allowance

End-of-Service Gratuity

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience teaching music from Key Stage 3 to A Level.
• Strong track record in leading musical ensembles.

Responsibilities

• Lead extracurricular musical ensembles and plan concerts.
• Set the ethos for the music department and encourage competition participation.

Skills

Piano Skills

Music Technology

Leadership

Community Engagement

Education

Degree in Music Education

Teaching Certification

Tools

iMacs

Smartboards

Grand Pianos

Synthesizers

Job description

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Director of Music
# Director of Music
Doha College
Qatar

Salary: Attractive, tax-free salary

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Start date: August 2025

Apply by: 29 May 2025

Job overview

Doha College is one of the world’s leading British International Schools, recognized among the top hundred private schools globally in Spear’s School Index and the Carfax Index. Our examination results at (I)GCSE and A-Level are outstanding. We are committed to supporting your career development through innovative coaching, comprehensive induction, and a supportive community including a free on-site crèche for primary-aged children.

The opportunity

We seek an experienced, dynamic Director of Music capable of teaching from Key Stage 3 to A Level, with strong piano skills and experience working with orchestras and bands. The role involves leading extracurricular musical ensembles, utilizing music technology, and fostering links within the community. Our facilities include keyboards, rock-band instruments, iMacs, smartboards, grand pianos, and synthesizers, with additional practice rooms for bands.

About you

The ideal candidate will be passionate about music, with excellent subject knowledge, a successful track record, and a collaborative leadership style. Responsibilities include setting the ethos for the music department, planning concerts and events, and encouraging participation in competitions. Fluency in English is essential.

Qatar

Qatar offers a unique blend of hospitality and sophistication. Doha is a vibrant city welcoming families and individuals alike.

In return

We offer a tax-free salary plus benefits including accommodation allowance, medical insurance, school fee support (up to 75% for three children), flight allowance, settling-in allowance, and end-of-service gratuity. We provide extensive professional development through our CPD academy.

Apply

Application deadline: 29 May 2025. We may close the position early once sufficient applications are received. If you do not hear within 7 days of the deadline, please assume your application was unsuccessful. We encourage early applications as interviews may commence prior to the deadline.

All applicants must undergo safeguarding checks, including reference and criminal record checks, in line with our policies.