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Head of Upper School (Years 9-11)

Head of Upper School (Years 9-11)

King's College Doha

Qatar

Salary:
Competitive tax-free salary
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
August 2023
Apply by:
6 February 2023

Job overview

King's College Doha seeks to appoint an inspiring, well-qualified and highly committed Head of Upper School to support the development of a prestigious school that aspires to become the best British school in the Middle East.

The role will suit talented and ambitious candidates who have delivered consistently outstanding outcomes for pupils in a senior school or all-through school setting, either in the United Kingdom and/or overseas.

Previous middle leadership experience would be advantageous to candidates.


About the School

King’s College Doha shares the highest school ranking in Qatar and aspires to set the standard for British schools across the Middle East.

As such, King’s offers an exceptional career opportunity for teachers who share the highest personal and professional standards. Our new teachers will be expected to grasp the amazing opportunity of working at a British independent school overseas that carries the King’s College name – with all that that entails – and which now aspires to develop its own global reputation for excellence.

In return, applicants will enjoy a range of exciting opportunities for professional development, including bespoke teaching and leadership opportunities with our partners in the United Kingdom.

This is a very exciting time to be joining the school, which is rapidly expanding and will be located for the first time on two iconic campuses from August 2023. This expansion will present unrivalled opportunities for rapid career progression over the years ahead. 


Educational Excellence across Two Iconic Campuses

From August 2023, King’s College Doha will be located on two cutting-edge campuses that will be the envy of Qatar.

Our impressive Al Thumama Campus will house the Pre-Prep School and will be the only facility of its type in the capital that caters exclusively for 3–7-year-olds. Facilities will include a dedicated library, a central atrium, a STEAM lab, an art and design centre, music and drama classrooms and practice rooms, a Mac lab, a sports hall, an outdoor 25-metre pool with learner area, and outdoor games courts.

The Mesaimeer Campus, which will cater for Prep and Senior School pupils aged 7-18, has been designed by award-winning architects to offer the highest quality facilities and learning environment for older children in the city. These will include a state-of-the-art Performing Arts and Media Centre, a 17,000m2 Sports Academy including a double sports hall, swimming pool, dance studio and fitness suite, basketball and tennis courts, an Art and Design Centre and an inspiring STEAM Centre.


How to Apply

Please carefully read the attached Candidate Information Pack for further details on the school, the requirements for applicants and life in Qatar. Once you have done so, please complete all sections of the Application Form. This can be found by clicking the 'Apply Now' button on this advertisement and should include a supporting statement that sets out your interest in the position, how you meet the requirements of the role and your professional ambitions.

Your completed Application Form should then be submitted directly the school via the 'Apply Now' function.

The closing date for applications is Monday 6th February 2023.

Please note: early application is strongly encouraged as interviews will be arranged in advance of the closing date. King's College Doha reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.


Safeguarding and Privacy 

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 applicants providing a satisfactory Police Clearance Certificate from their home country that is less than six months old.

By applying to this post, you agree to your data being held and processed by King’s College Doha and its affiliates. If you are appointed to the post, you also agree to additional information, including sensitive data such as bank details and medical information, being held by King’s College Doha and its affiliates. 

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About King's College Doha

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+974 496 5888

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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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