Head of Maths
King's College Doha
Doha
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive Salary and benefits package
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- August 2018
- Apply by:
- 2 February 2018
Job overview
The Opportunity
King’s College Doha, a member of the King’s Schools family, is seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Maths to our team. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly talented team that are quickly establishing King’s College Doha as the leading Prep School in Qatar.
The School
King’s College Doha is a British Curriculum school for children aged 3 to 11. We enjoy a strong relationship with King’s College Taunton, our parent school in the UK, and are proud to have brought one hundred and thirty-five years of outstanding British education to Qatar. Set on an outstanding campus close to Doha city centre, children and teachers at King’s College Doha benefit from first class facilities for both academic and co-curricular learning.
The Person
We want our Head of Maths to be someone who:
- can develop a broad and balanced Maths curriculum from Pre-School through to Year 6.
- will set and maintain high teaching and learning standards.
- is engaging, possesses excellent communication skills and has strong emotional intelligence.
- helps to develop a collaborative and supportive culture amongst colleagues, in which information, ideas and maths resources are shared.
- can deliver well-planned, engaging and creative learning experiences for pupils.
- will contribute to the co-curricular programme and whole-school activities in a committed and enthusiastic manner.
- will work co-operatively and supportively with all members of staff.
- knowledge of Common Entrance would be an advantage
How to Apply
In order to apply, please click on the Apply Now button beneath the advert text - here you will be able to download an application form. After considering the details of the candidate information pack, complete all sections of the application form including the supporting statement that sets out your interest in this position, how you meet the requirements of the role and your ambitions for the school. Completed application forms should be submitted to TES via the “My Completed Application” section by the closing date.
The closing date for applications is Friday 2nd February 2018
Preliminary discussions with candidates will take place in early January. First round interviews will take place on a rolling basis and early application is therefore advised. Shortlisted candidates will be notified, and final round interviews arranged accordingly.
King’s College Doha reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.
Please contact Philippa Ibbs at philippaibbs@kingscollegedoha.com should you have any questions or wish to arrange an informal discussion about this role.
Safeguarding
King’s College Doha is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (or equivalent for teachers currently working overseas) and satisfactory reference checks.
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About King's College Doha
- King's College Doha
- Building 14, Umm Al Shawil Street, Zone 47, Al Thumama, Doha
- 23288
- Qatar
King’s College Doha offers the international community of Qatar an outstanding UK-style independent school education in some of the best facilities that the region has to offer. After a hugely successful opening in September 2016, the School has established itself as one of the leading schools in Doha.
The partnership with our UK sister school, King’s College Taunton, is a great source of strength. Significant collaboration in areas such as vision and ethos, curriculum planning, professional development and co-curriculum opportunities, ensures that we maintain high standards of education. Through our partnership, both children and teachers in Doha benefit from the expertise and reputation King’s College UK has built over the past 150 years.
King’s College Doha provides:
- a premium, diverse British curriculum in an international context;
- academic excellence for all;
- outstanding pastoral care and opportunities for personal development;
- a broad range of co-curricular activities as part of a fulfilling school day.
We combine an academic focus with a broad co-curriculum, offering all our students an extended and fulfilling day. Underpinning our curriculum is the value we attach to pastoral care. We understand that children fulfil their potential when they feel happy, supported and at ease in their surroundings. All members of staff work hard to build a strong sense of community and promote supportive relationships, ensuring that children know that they always have a peer or an adult to whom they can talk.
King’s College Doha currently caters for over 700 children, aged 3 to 15 (Pre-School to Year 10) and will continue to expand, with the opening of a new, state-of-the-art campus in 2023.
Pre-Prep Pre-School (EY1) – Year 2
Prep Year 3 – Year 8
Senior School Year 9 – Year 13
The School is conveniently located in the district of Al Thumama, easily accessible from most parts of Doha and only a twenty-minute drive from the City centre. Our impressive campus offers superb facilities. These include a dedicated library, a central atrium, science labs, an art and design centre, music and drama classrooms and practice rooms, a mac lab, a sports hall, a brand new outdoor 25-metre pool with learner area, and outdoor games courts.
Recently, King's College Doha successfully achieved the Qatar National Schools Accreditation highest accolade and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME). According to the Ministry of Education, King's College Doha is rated among the most outstanding schools in Doha.
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