Head of Primary

Tanqeeb; Doha; On-site; QAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Significant benefits

Job summary

ASQ International is seeking a Head of Primary International School in Doha, Qatar, to join a prestigious group. You will lead the primary division within the senior leadership team, driving strategic direction, operations and academic excellence to ensure outstanding student outcomes.

The role expects leadership presence, experience in international settings, and a track record of staff development and performance management. A premium tax-free package with substantial benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education or PGCE in Primary Education required.
• NPQH would be to your advantage.
• At least 5 years experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrates leadership, inspiration and guidance.
• Experience of managing staff & undertaking performance reviews.
• An effective, dynamic leader & positive role model for staff and students.
• Knowledge & experience in an international school setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the primary school as part of the senior leadership team.
• Drive strategic, operational and academic progress of the primary school.
• Monitor and evaluate performance standards across the school.
• Lead adoption of new learning technologies at school level.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Staff management

Performance reviews

International school experience

Inspiration & mentorship

Education

Bachelor of Education or PGCE in Primary Education

NPQH advantageous

Job description

Position title
Head of Primary International School, Qatar November 2026 Start or sooner

Description

If you re looking to advance your overseas career in the education sector, and perhaps relocate to a destination that s on your teaching wish-list, try the Middle East. With year-round sunshine, exciting places to explore, and some of the best teaching career opportunities in the world, your dream job is waiting to be discovered.

Overview

Gain valuable overseas exposure and boost your international educational career, as Head of Primary, in one of the most prestigious, sought-after schools in Doha, Qatar. A career move here will fast-forward your professional career as you adopt a key role within the senior management team; driving change and ensuring sustainable academic achievement across the entire school.

The school

This school is part of a group of premier educational institutions which have created a brilliant future for its students and carved a niche for itself in Qatar over the past 15 years. With its blend of respectful traditional values, combined with creativity and innovation, this is a vibrant educational environment. It is also at the forefront of the innovative use of technology to support learning. Be part of a school which is well-recognised for its quality of teaching which ensures its students consistently achieve the highest possible standards.

Job highlights

• Play a major role within the senior leadership team
• Responsibility for driving the primary school forward strategically, operationally & academically
• Monitoring & evaluating performance standards
• Taking a strategic role in the adoption of new learning technologies
• Competitive tax-free salary & significant benefits

About ASQ: the perfect match between international schools and candidates

ASQ International partners with a number of exceptional International schools globally to offer the latest and best selection of educational positions.

Desired Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate

• Bachelor of Education or Degree with a PGCE in Primary Education
• NPQH would be to your advantage
• At least 5 years experience in a similar role
• Demonstrates leadership, inspiration and guidance
• Experience of managing staff & undertaking performance reviews
• An effective, dynamic leader & positive role model for staff and students
• Knowledge & experience in an international school setting