Humanities Teacher - August 2026

King’s College Riyadh is seeking a passionate and skilled Humanities Teacher to join our growing team starting in August 2026. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a vibrant, values-driven British international school by providing a rich, diverse, and balanced curriculum.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education, established in 2004. Our network has expanded to include over 100 schools across 16 countries, including regions such as Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving more than 85,000 students. Each school maintains its unique identity, united by our mission to foster an environment where everyone can "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world."

At Cognita, we celebrate the uniqueness of each student, recognizing their individual talents and strengths. We provide comprehensive support academically, socially, and emotionally, catering to students' diverse starting points. Our aim is to maintain the distinctive qualities of each student while equipping them with extensive knowledge, opportunities, and best practices, ensuring they are part of a broader community that delivers a truly world-class education.

About King’s College Riyadh:
King’s College Riyadh is the first UK private school brand to establish a branch in Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with King’s College UK, which has been educating students for over 140 years.

Since its launch in 2021, King’s has rapidly expanded and will progress to Year 7 in August 2025, with plans to eventually offer education up to Year 13 (age 18), allowing students to complete their entire King’s education in Riyadh. King’s is unique among international schools in the city, operating fully co-educationally from Pre-School through Year 7.

King’s College Riyadh:

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Brings 140 years of educational excellence to Saudi Arabia.

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Offers a holistic curriculum adapted from King’s UK to the Saudi context.

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Provides exceptional pastoral care and nurtures a strong sense of community.

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Creates remarkable career development opportunities within an international school network.

The partnership with King’s College UK is crucial to the school’s success. Collaborative efforts in areas such as vision and ethos, curriculum design, professional development, and co-curricular activities ensure the highest international standards. Both pupils and staff in Riyadh benefit from the expertise and reputation that King’s College has built over nearly a century and a half.

The school emphasizes academic achievement while prioritizing sports, music, the arts, and various activities. A core aspect of this is its commitment to pastoral care: students thrive when they feel happy, supported, and secure. Staff work to foster a warm, inclusive environment where every child has trustworthy peers and adults to rely on, ensuring they feel valued and connected.

Role Overview:
The Humanities Teacher will be tasked with providing high-quality instruction across Humanities subjects, ensuring remarkable progress for all students. You will inspire curiosity, promote critical thinking, and cultivate a love for learning while actively contributing to the academic, pastoral, and overall life of the school.

This role requires a teacher committed to supporting students academically, socially, and personally, ensuring that each child reaches their fullest potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning
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Deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that adhere to the school's curriculum, policies, and high expectations.

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Facilitate excellent progress for all students through effective differentiation, assessment, and constructive feedback.

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Maintain strong behavior management in line with school policies.

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Utilize data to inform planning, target-setting, and progress reporting.

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Communicate effectively with parents and contribute to the academic monitoring of students.

School Values & Ethos
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Model and promote the school’s vision and values in all aspects of school life.

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Provide outstanding pastoral care and demonstrate respect for Saudi culture.

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Actively engage in school life, co-curricular activities, and community events.

Pastoral & Co-Curricular
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Deliver excellent pastoral care to help students develop good habits, attitudes, and confidence.

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Supervise and support students during break and lunch periods.

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Participate actively in the school’s co-curricular program, House system, and various school events.

Professional Expectations
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Uphold and promote the school’s vision, values, and culture, including adherence to local Saudi cultural expectations.

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Maintain high standards of professional conduct, integrity, punctuality, and presentation.

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Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the school's development and continuing professional development (CPD).

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Ensure full compliance with all safeguarding and child protection protocols.

The ideal candidate will possess:
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A Bachelor’s Degree / PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification / Qualified Teacher Status.

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A minimum of 2 years of relevant teaching experience (Essential).

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Experience in teaching the UK National Curriculum (Essential).

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A proven ability to inspire, motivate, and engage students of all abilities (Essential).

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Strong classroom management and pastoral skills (Essential).

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Experience working with EAL learners (Desirable).

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An understanding of expectations in UK independent and international schools (Desirable).

Why Join King’s College Riyadh?
At King’s College Riyadh, you will be more than just a teacher; you will be a change-maker, shaping the future of a rapidly growing school.

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Bring over 140 years of British educational excellence to the heart of Riyadh.

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Play a pivotal role in an ambitious school on an exciting growth journey.

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Join a supportive leadership team that values innovation, creativity, and collaboration.

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Inspire teachers, empower students, and create a lasting legacy.

Our Offer:
The successful candidate will receive an accommodation allowance, private medical coverage, flight allowances, end-of-service gratuity, and a competitive tax-free salary. Additionally, there will be a strong commitment to supporting the development and career aspirations of successful candidates.

Applications should be submitted through the TES online application form; only fully completed applications will be considered. Please include your current, up-to-date CV with your application.

Interviews may be conducted online or in person.

The school reserves the right to conduct interviews and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, so we encourage early applications.

Thank you for considering King’s College Riyadh. Due to the expected high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

King’s College Riyadh and Cognita are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young individuals and expect the same dedication from their employees. All new staff members will undergo comprehensive pre-employment checks, including identity verification, criminal background checks for all countries of residence, qualification verification, employment history checks to explore any employment gaps, and satisfactory reference checks for all positions held in the last 10 years.