Primary Class Teacher(Immediate start)
About This Role
Our prestigious British International School located in the heart of Doha is seeking an exceptional Primary Class Teacher to start immediately in April 2026. We look forward to your application.
• Start date: April 2026 (Immediate start)
• Contract: Full-time, indefinite, fully sponsored
• Attractive tax-free package including:
o Competitive base salary along with additional allowances – all tax-free.
o Complimentary furnished private accommodation with all utilities covered.
o Free round-trip flights home each year.
o Generous paid annual leave.
o Complimentary school placements, flights, and medical insurance for children.
o Allowances for extra luggage and legal documentation.
o Comprehensive private medical insurance for both Qatar and your home country.
o Enhanced gratuity package at the end of service for long-term employees.
Our enthusiastic, supportive, and highly successful Primary team, recognized as one of the finest globally by British Schools Overseas, is eager to welcome a remarkable Primary Teacher for an April start.
We invite UK-qualified teachers with experience in delivering the English National Curriculum, along with a creative, positive, and professional demeanor, to apply.
About you
As a member of the Primary team, your role will involve planning and delivering high-quality lessons that engage and challenge your students. You will maintain high standards and expectations in every aspect of your work.
To qualify for this opportunity, you should:
• Hold a strong bachelor’s degree and PGCE qualification from a reputable UK university.
• Have experience teaching the English National Curriculum.
• Exhibit a solid understanding of Primary Assessment.
• Be eager to advance your career, supported by our exceptional professional development.
• Have a genuine passion for teaching, showcasing enthusiasm, creativity, and energy.
• Be a true team player, always willing to go above and beyond to support your colleagues as we strive to be the best International School worldwide.
We also welcome applications from outstanding newly qualified teachers (ECTs), whom we can assist in attaining Qualified Teacher Status.
Safeguarding
Qatar International School is dedicated to equal opportunities, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo recruitment screening processes, including interviews, references from previous employers, and a Criminal Background check from all countries of adult residence. The school will also conduct an online search, including social media accounts, which shortlisted candidates will need to share with HR.
We require applicants to declare all convictions, cautions, and bind-overs, including those considered 'spent'. All information will be handled confidentially. All applicants (regardless of position) are encouraged to read QIS’s safeguarding policy, available on the school website, outlining our commitment to safeguarding children.
Application and interview
To apply, please submit your application by uploading your CV and including your cover letter under "Supporting documents" detailing why you would be an excellent fit for QIS.
For any inquiries, feel free to email us at: recruitment@qis.org
Initial interviews may be conducted online or in-person if the candidate is in Qatar. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive support leading up to their start date – and beyond.
Due to the high volume of outstanding applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to notify those who are not shortlisted.