Primary Class Teacher
About This Role
A leading British International School situated in central Doha is seeking a remarkable Primary Class Teacher to join our team for the upcoming academic year – August 2026. We look forward to your application.
• Start date: August 2026
• Contract: Full-time, indefinite, fully sponsored
• Attractive tax-free compensation package includes:
o Competitive base salary along with additional allowances – all tax-free.
o Furnished private accommodation at no cost, with all utilities covered.
o Complimentary return flights home each year.
o Generous paid annual leave.
o Free school placements, flights, and medical insurance for children.
o Allowances for extra baggage and documentation.
o Extensive private medical insurance for Qatar and your home country.
o Enhanced end-of-service gratuity package for long-serving staff.
Our successful, supportive Primary team, recognized among the best globally by British Schools Overseas, is eager to welcome an exceptional Primary Teacher for the start of the 2026/27 academic year.
If you are a UK-qualified teacher with experience in delivering the National Curriculum of England and possess a creative, positive, and professional demeanor, we would love to connect with you.
About you
As a member of the Primary team, you will be tasked with planning and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons that challenge and inspire your students. You will maintain high standards and expectations in all aspects of your work.
To be eligible for this position, you should:
• Possess a strong bachelor's degree and PGCE qualification from a distinguished UK university.
• Have experience teaching the English National Curriculum.
• Show a solid understanding of Primary Assessment.
• Be eager to advance your career, with support from our premier professional development programs.
• Truly enjoy your work, demonstrating enthusiasm, creativity, and energy.
• Be a collaborative team member, always willing to support your colleagues as we strive to become the leading International School globally.
We also welcome applications from exceptional newly qualified teachers (ECTs), whom we can assist in obtaining Qualified Teacher Status.
Safeguarding
Qatar International School is dedicated to equal opportunities, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children, and expects 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. Please be aware that the school will also conduct an online search, including social media profiles, for shortlisted candidates.
Applicants are required to disclose all convictions, cautions, and bind-overs, including those considered 'spent'. All information provided will be treated confidentially. All candidates (regardless of the position) are encouraged to read QIS’s safeguarding policy, available on the school website, which outlines our commitment to safeguarding children.
Application and interview
To apply, please submit your application, ensuring you upload your CV and include a cover letter under "Supporting documents" that explains why you would be an excellent fit for QIS.
If you have any inquiries, please reach out via email at: recruitment@qis.org
Initial interviews may take place online or in person if the candidate is in Qatar. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive support leading up to their joining day – and beyond.
Regrettably, due to the high volume of exceptional applications we receive, we are unable to notify those who have not been shortlisted.