Key Stage 1 Class Teachers

Doha English Speaking School (DESS); Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Sponsored staff accommodation

Private health insurance

Annual return airfares

Utilities included

On-site pools & facilities

Professional development

Job summary

Doha English Speaking School (DESS) seeks two KS1 Class Teachers to join a leading, not-for-profit school in Doha, Qatar. Candidates must hold UK QTS and have at least two years' post-qualification experience teaching KS1 within a British curriculum.

English must be native-level, with strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum. The school offers a tax-free salary, small class sizes, sponsored staff accommodation, private health insurance, annual return airfares, and on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A minimum of two years' post-qualification teaching experience.
• Experience teaching KS1 in a British curriculum setting.
• English as a first language with excellent spoken and written English.
• Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging KS1 lessons within a British curriculum setting.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high teaching standards.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Teamwork

UK Curriculum Knowledge

Education

UK QTS

Job description

2 Key Stage 1 Class Teachers Required

Doha English Speaking School is Doha's leading not-for-profit school, renowned for its outstanding reputation in teaching and learning. In March 2023, DESS was rated Outstanding by PENTA International. The school is a proud member of prestigious organisations such as IAPS and BSME.

As a dynamic preparatory school with a clear vision, we place learning at the heart of our mission. Our students represent 45 nationalities (with 62% being British), creating a vibrant culture of success and enjoyment. Led by a dedicated and talented team of educators, we work collaboratively to uphold the highest academic standards while fostering a joyful and supportive working environment.

We have exciting opportunities for two Class Teachers to join our prestigious organisation. Experience as a Year Group Leader is essential.

Having received Outstanding judgments in all 7 areas of the last BSO (British Schools Overseas) inspection, you will be joining a fast-paced, dynamic school which is a thriving organisation in Doha, Qatar, with highly supportive and collaborative structures to promote ongoing growth and development.

• UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• A minimum of two years' post-qualification teaching experience.
• Experience teaching Key Stage 1 (KS1) within a British curriculum setting.
• English as a first language, with excellent spoken and written English.
• A strong knowledge and understanding of the UK National Curriculum.
• A commitment to providing high-quality, engaging and inclusive learning experiences for all pupils.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional and supportive team.

We Are Offering

• A generous, tax-free salary
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• Small class sizes and outstanding facilities
• Fully furnished, air-conditioned accommodation for sponsored staff
• Free utilities
• Access to an on-site swimming pool and sports facilities
• Annual return airfares for sponsored staff
• Private health insurance
• The opportunity to live and work in Doha, Qatar — one of the world's sunniest and most rapidly developing cities

Candidates are required to have their degree and transcripts attested by a notary public and stamped by the Qatari Embassy in the country where they were issued, and stamped by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs here in Doha.

Interviews will be held in October 2026, and shortlisted candidates will be observed teaching (Interviews will be arranged in Doha for those already living locally or via video call for international candidates).

We invite you to visit our school website at www.dess.org to find out more about us.

We reserve the right to close a position once we have received sufficient applications to form a shortlist. Early application is therefore encouraged.

Doha English Speaking School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo enhanced safeguarding checks and provide an ICPC (International Child Protection Certificate) or a local national equivalent, as well as a police clearance for any country of residence over the last ten years. We also require a copy of your birth certificate and a marriage certificate or deed poll documents for any name changes.

The closing date is the 30th of October 2026.

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