Primary School Teachers - BAE Campuses - Required August 2027

Bangkok Patana School; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong sense of community

Staff development

Co-curricular programmes

Job summary

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is seeking enthusiastic Primary School Teachers to deliver outstanding learning experiences for students aged 3-18 across campuses in Riyadh. The role emphasizes innovative practice, pastoral care, and contribution to the school's pillars of learning, enrichment and well-being.

Candidates should hold a UK or UK-recognised teaching qualification and be reflective, collaborative, and motivated to participate in co-curricular and community activities.

Qualifications

• Must have a UK or UK-recognised teaching qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality learning experiences and pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Innovative, creative and learning-focused approach to teaching.
• Demonstrate strong classroom practice with effective assessment and feedback.
• Support holistic development and well-being of students in an intercultural context.
• Collaborate effectively within teams and contribute to school community.

Skills

Classroom practice

Pastoral care

Interpersonal skills

Education

UK-recognised teaching qualification

Job description

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) has provided high-quality education to the expatriate community since 1979. As a well-regarded, not-for-profit, co-educational institution in the Middle East, we serve students aged 3-18 across multiple campuses.

Our school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas (BSO). Additionally, BISR is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO), the Heads Conference (HMC), and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS).

Following the English curriculum, which is greatly enriched by the local and international context, BISR offers a holistic learning experience. Our broad co-curricular program includes extra-curricular activities, student leadership opportunities, service learning initiatives, and residential trips. We are also committed to strong pastoral care to support student well-being.

The BAE Campuses are looking for enthusiastic and capable Primary School Teachers. We need teachers who are reflective, highly motivated, and collaborative, with a focus on delivering outstanding learning experiences for our students. We are particularly interested in candidates who are eager to contribute to our strategic pillars of learning, enrichment, and well-being.

The Job Description is available here: Class Teacher JD

The successful candidates will:

• Be innovative, creative, enthusiastic, highly motivated and learning focused, with a strong track record of excellent classroom practice and pastoral care.
• Be committed to development of high-quality learning experiences underpinned by a clear understanding of how learning is developed, where students are motivated and equipped to become life-long learners.
• Demonstrate a passion for learning, be a reflective practitioner, showing a strong commitment to development of outstanding classroom practice.
• Use high quality assessment and feedback strategies to ensure students make good progress with their learning.
• Ensure students flourish by creating a positive climate for learning, supporting the holistic development of each student, with a strong emphasis on well-being in an intercultural context.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, high levels of emotional intelligence and a good sense of humour, effectively collaborating within a range of teams.
• Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto.
• Go the extra mile for students, contributing to the wider life of the school, including the broad co-curricular programme and community events.
• Have a UK or UK recognised teaching qualification.

We can offer:

• Highly motivated and engaged students
• A school with a strong sense of community
• A learning focused school committed to staff development
• Motivated, hard-working and dedicated colleagues, who are committed to high quality learning, student well-being and the school's enrichment programmes

Key Dates:

• Closing date for applications: Sunday, 1 November 2026.

Important Notes:

• BISR reserves the right to make an earlier appointment if a suitable candidate is identified before the closing date.
• Comprehensive background checks will be required for all staff.
• Please link here to our Safer Recruitment Policy.
• For more information about the school, visit: https://www.bisr.com.sa/

Safeguarding:

BISR believes very strongly in the role of the school in safeguarding children and young people. All staff, whatever their role in the school, will be required to undergo rigorous background checks before commencing employment.