Assistant Head Teacher - Secondary School

Park House English School, a highly respected British educational institution located in Doha, Qatar, is proud to celebrate its 32nd anniversary since its founding by Mrs. Heather Brennan in 1994. With an impressive track record of achievements, we are currently looking for a committed Assistant Head Teacher for our Secondary School to join our outstanding team of professionals.

The Role

The chosen candidate will be responsible for all aspects of student pastoral care, which encompasses attendance, punctuality, rewards, consequences, and overall student wellbeing. This individual will lead a team of progress leaders, providing support in identifying and addressing student needs to ensure the best possible outcomes. The ideal applicant should also be prepared to teach across all Key Stages in their subject area or in other subjects as required. Experience teaching the British Curriculum up to A Level is highly desirable. A recognized teaching qualification and a degree are essential. Please note that TEFL/CELTA qualifications will not be accepted.

The postholder will report directly to the Head of Secondary and work collaboratively within a dynamic team of Assistant Headteachers to support the holistic development of the school. While maintaining operational leadership of the pastoral division, the successful candidate is expected to engage in all aspects of school life to benefit students, staff, and the leadership team.

Our Teachers

As a dedicated educator, you will hold high expectations for all students. The welfare of the children will guide your actions and decisions. You will possess excellent communication skills and be adept at using technology, thriving in collaboration with students, colleagues, and parents. Key characteristics include being well-organized, enjoying teamwork, having a good sense of humor, demonstrating a willingness to go the extra mile, and actively participating in the school's extracurricular activities. You will embrace hard work and remain focused on ensuring our students have abundant opportunities for success both inside and outside the classroom. We value our staff and appreciate positive attitudes.

Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare and annual flights to their home country. As part of a larger group of schools, you will have access to a variety of development opportunities.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit your application through Schrole.

Ensure that you upload the following documents in the "Documents" section of your Schrole profile. Applications that are missing any of these documents will not be considered.

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

- Attach your most recent CV.
- Clearly explain any gaps in employment or education.

2. ISP Application Form

- Download the ISP Application Form from the "Documents" section of the advertisement.
- Complete the form and upload it in the "Documents" section of your Schrole account.

Be sure to fill out all sections of the application form, as incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Additionally, please provide the contact information for three professional referees. Park House English School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo appropriate vetting processes and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks covering the last 10 years of employment, including all countries of residence during that time.

The application deadline is 18 April 2026. We will only contact shortlisted candidates and reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date. Successful applicants will begin their role in September 2026 and should be prepared to travel to Qatar from mid to late August.

Start date: August 2026