Primary Teacher_ August 2026
About This Role
About the School:
As The Royal Grammar School Guildford, Qatar (RGSGQ) continues to expand, we are on the lookout for an exceptional primary teacher to become part of one of the leading British International schools in the Middle East.
The RGS Guildford Qatar has established a robust partnership with RGS Guildford in the UK, an esteemed independent school with a long-standing tradition of excellence in education. We also maintain strong connections with our international sister schools across the globe.
RGS Guildford Qatar is a comprehensive British institution that offers a co-educational curriculum for students aged 3 to 18. Since its opening in September 2016, the school has grown to accommodate over 785 students on a campus located just 20 minutes from the Pearl and the new Lusail city. The academic offerings include the English Early Years Foundation Stage, the National Curriculum at Key Stages 1, 2, and 3, and a wide selection of IGCSE courses at Key Stage 4. In the Post-16 phase, a variety of AS levels are available. The institution is renowned for its high standards in teaching and learning and boasts outstanding sports facilities, including an astro turf, sports hall, and an open-air swimming pool.
Values and Vision:
At RGSGQ, we are devoted to equipping our students for the demands of a rapidly evolving global landscape, while also laying down strong foundations that empower them to aspire to the highest goals in higher education and beyond. Our educators promote and cultivate essential transferable skills that prepare students for any future path: critical thinking, independence, creativity, resilience, self-motivation, collaboration, and the capacity to lead or function effectively as part of a team.
Our enduring School Values— inclusivity, scholarship, integrity, respect, tenacity, and service—are deeply integrated into both the curricular and extracurricular fabric of the school, ensuring that RGSGQ students develop into humble, grounded individuals dedicated to seizing every opportunity and making a positive impact on others. The school provides a traditional British pastoral system alongside a wide range of extracurricular options, fostering a culture of high expectations and the significance of academic achievement for all students.
Successful applicants must have:
· A recognized teaching qualification, such as B.Ed, PGCE, or equivalent (the PGCE should be paired with a subject-relevant bachelor’s degree)
· Outstanding subject expertise, with considerable experience in delivering the British National Curriculum
· A valid QTS certificate
· Completion of ECT induction
· Strong teamwork capabilities
· A diligent and highly driven work ethic
· A passion for and demonstrated success in delivering exceptional teaching and learning
· A willingness to engage in extracurricular activities beyond school hours
About the Role:
We are seeking talented primary teachers who are eager to join our expanding team of educators at RGS Guildford Qatar.
Benefits of working at RGSGQ include:
Tax-Free Salary
Housing allowance
Private medical insurance
Annual return flights
End of Service gratuity
Comprehensive onboarding process
This position is set to commence in August 2026. To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@rgsgq.com, detailing why you believe you possess the necessary skills and experience to thrive at a school like RGS Qatar.
The Royal Grammar School Guildford, Qatar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The individual selected for this role will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the DBS.
If you are seeking a distinctive international teaching opportunity and the next step in your career, we invite you to reach out for more information. We look forward to your application.