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Primary Arabic Teacher - Local Hire

Sherborne School

Qatar

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 September 2025
Apply by:
12 July 2025

Job overview

Join Our Outstanding Team at Sherborne Qatar

Sherborne Qatar, a prestigious British school in Doha, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Primary Arabic Teacher to join our dynamic team. As a proud member of Qatar’s Supreme Education Council’s Outstanding Schools Programme, we are committed to academic excellence and character development. Our close affiliation with the historic Sherborne School in the UK, founded in 1550, ensures a legacy of high-quality education and holistic student growth.

About Us

At Sherborne Qatar, we focus on academic achievement, small class sizes, outstanding pastoral care, and a rich extracurricular programme that nurtures well-rounded, high-performing pupils. We encourage creativity, communication, curiosity, independence, risk-taking, and resilience in every learner.

The Role

We are looking for a passionate Primary Arabic Teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality instruction and fostering a love for the Arabic language and culture. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant school community and to make a meaningful contribution to our pupils' educational journey.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and deliver engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Monitor and assess student progress, adapting instruction to meet individual needs.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to enrich the overall educational experience.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development and training (INSET & CPD).

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Arabic Language and Literature.
  • Minimum of three years’ teaching experience in English-speaking schools.
  • Strong English communication and speaking skills.
  • Proficiency in computer skills and familiarity with modern teaching methodologies.

Desirable:
  • Experience working in British curriculum schools.
  • A demonstrated passion for Arabic language education.
  • Willingness to contribute to extracurricular activities.

Safeguarding and Child Protection

Sherborne Qatar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, an online search will be conducted as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

For further information about Sherborne Qatar, visit www.sherborneqatar.org

We look forward to receiving your application!

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About Sherborne School

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  • Sherborne School
  • Villa 25, Street 605, Zone 51, Mall of Qatar, Al Jahhaniya Interchange, Al Gharaffa
  • Doha
  • Qatar

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Sherborne Qatar Schools form a truly international community, welcoming pupils from over 60 nationalities across our campuses. As leading British independent schools in the Middle East, we are committed to delivering educational excellence through a holistic approach that values outstanding pastoral care alongside strong academic achievement.

Our strength lies in our exceptional teachers, high-quality pastoral support, extensive enrichment opportunities, and a warm, inclusive, family-orientated culture. We pride ourselves on knowing our pupils as individuals and supporting them to grow both academically and personally within a nurturing environment.

As part of the wider Sherborne family, our schools benefit from a close relationship with our historic and prestigious partner school in England. Together, we share a commitment to providing the very best of British independent education while embracing the diversity and ambition of our international setting in Qatar.

Qatar is a dynamic and forward-thinking country, and we seek to nurture these same qualities in our pupils. We encourage learners to take responsibility for their own progress, to think critically, and to develop curiosity, resilience and a lifelong passion for learning. Our philosophy of “Education for Life” focuses on developing reflective, adaptable and confident young people who are prepared for the future.

Across Sherborne Qatar Schools, we aim to cultivate well-educated, well-rounded individuals who hold high aspirations and achieve their full potential within a happy and supportive school environment. At the heart of everything we do are our core values of Respect, Honesty, Kindness, Perseverance, Responsibility and Teamwork — values that guide our actions, shape our community and reflect our shared ethos with Sherborne Dorset.

We encourage pupils to become positive role models, embrace leadership opportunities and explore a wide range of interests through our rich extracurricular programmes. While standards and expectations for learning and behaviour remain high, we believe pupils should be challenged in a supportive environment that promotes wellbeing rather than pressure.

Strong partnerships between home and school are central to our success. By working closely with families, built on mutual trust and respect, we create the best conditions for children to flourish, achieve their potential and feel happy and secure in school.

Above all, Sherborne Qatar Schools are caring, inclusive and supportive communities where every child is valued and inspired to succeed.

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