Head of Early Years

Client of ASQ International; Doha; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of ASQ International in Doha invites applications for Head of Early Years International School. Start November 2026 or sooner. The role offers leadership across EYFS to Lower Primary, with emphasis on high-quality teaching, curriculum planning, and staff development.

You will lead and develop staff, monitor and feedback on teaching, and collaborate with SLT to raise standards, ensuring a nurturing environment aligned to the National Curriculum of England for ages 3–18.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in an International School
• Experience teaching the EYFS Curriculum
• Strong leadership and staff development skills

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum planning and monitor delivery of an enriching differentiated curriculum.
• Provide feedback and guidance to colleagues to raise teaching standards.
• Motivate and develop staff through professional development and training.
• Collaborate with Senior Leadership to support planning, assessment and school improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Curriculum planning

Communication

Education

BA Degree in Early Childhood Studies with QTS

Masters Degree or NPQH (advantage)

Job description

Position title

Head of Early Years International School in Qatar November 2026 Start or sooner Description ASQ opens the doors for the next generation of leaders take your first adventurous steps to becoming a successful leader in an international school Doha is a remarkable place to kick start your international leadership career - picture yourself teaching and travelling in the Middle East

Overview

Help lead this international school in the policies and practices of continuous school improvement and staff development within in their Early Years and Lower Primary School An amazing opportunity to play a major role in the development of high-quality teaching and learning including the monitoring of curriculum planning giving feedback and advice and assisting and supporting colleagues with the planning and delivery of an enriching differentiated curriculum Working with the Senior Leadership team you will lead motivate support challenge and develop staff to secure the highest standards and expectations including professional development training for staff linked to planning teaching and assessment

The school

This International School in Doha offers a premier education for students aged 3 18 following the National Curriculum of England from Early Years EYFS to IGCSE and A-Levels The school is characterized by diverse multinational student bodies a high-caliber of British-trained teachers and modern facilities Offering a State-of-the-art campus including specialised science labs libraries sports amenities and technology-rich learning environments it also offers comprehensive programmess fostering holistic development including music arts sports and collaborative projects With a diverse multicultural community that fosters global citizenship the school adheres to local Qatari values and Islamic studies Student-centric learning is a priorty encouraging confidence creativity and academic excellence to prepare students for top international university pathways

Job highlights

Encourage high standards in all aspects of school life Contribute to the effective and efficient management of the school Promote a school culture that is happy purposeful and productive Support and motivate students teachers and other school employees Competitive tax-free salary amp significant benefits The ideal candidate BA Degree in Early Childhood Studies with QTS Masters Degree or NPQH will be an advantage Minimum 5 years relevant experience in an International School Experience teaching of the EYFS Curriculum Strong team player, exemplary role model, positive and strives for excellence Proven track record of having led a curriculum Excellent communication skills, good time management, approachable and flexible