Teacher of Computing and ICT

The Opportunity

Downe House Riyadh is flourishing and growing rapidly since opening in September 2022 We are a premium British International school admitting boys and girls from Nursery to Year 4 and girls only from Year 5 to 13. I am delighted to offer this opportunity to committed teachers who want to make a huge difference at this exciting time of change in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

We are privileged to be in partnership with Downe House UK - an authentic girls-only independent school in the UK with over a century of experience. Downe House is one of the UK’s most celebrated all-girls’ schools. It consistently ranks amongst the country’s top five schools of its kind. Our partnership also extends to our sister school, Downe House Muscat in Oman.

We provide teachers with excellent opportunities for career development and progression to middle leadership positions and beyond.

I look forward to receiving your application.

Adele O'Doherty

Principal

The School

Downe House Riyadh is a British Curriculum school, following the EYFS framework, English National Curriculum, International GCSEs and A Levels, adapted in places to the needs of our vibrant international community in Riyadh.

Our extended school day, co-curriculuar programme and school trips offer are as important as the Academic rigour of our curriculum. To be our perfect candidate, you need to be excited and committed to the holistic development of our pupils and the time this takes.

Our ethos is to support our pupils to become the best they can be, in their academic results, their personal development and their understanding of the world they will move into after school. Compassion, collaboration, good communication, resilience, aspiration and creativity are traits we aspire to instil in our pupils and our wider community.

The Person

Please note only female candidates will be consider as Downe House Riyadh operates an all-female working environment.

The successful candidate will be someone who:     

• can deliver a well-planned, engaging and creative learning experience for their pupils.     
• can deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated programme for all pupils in their care. 
• always set high expectations, which inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.     
• ensures excellent pastoral care.     
• contributes to the co-curricular programme and whole-school activities in a committed and enthusiastic manner.     
• works co-operatively and supportively with all members of staff.     
• has a growth mindset, positive and flexible attitude and is prepared to go the extra mile.
• is qualified and experienced in delivering IGCSEs and A Levels in their subject
• holds a UK (or equivalent) teaching qualification (e.g. BEd, PGCE, QTS) and substantial experience of teaching in a British curriculum school.

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, job description and person specification, 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.

Any submission without a completed Downe House Riyadh Application Form will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 28 March 2024.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified and interviews arranged accordingly. Downe House Riyadh reserves the right to appoint before the closing date and early application is therefore advised.

For more information or an informal conversation please contact careers@downehouseriyadh.com 

Safeguarding and Privacy

Downe House Riyadh 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 3 months old.

By applying for this post, you agree to your data being held and processed by Downe House Riyadh 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 Downe House Riyadh and its affiliates.