Key Stage One Teachers - August 2025
Doha, QA Full-Time
Key Stage One Teachers - August 2025 KS1 Teacher vacancies at Doha English Speaking School for August 2025
DESS is the premier not-for-profit school in Doha with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching and learning. The school is sponsored by the British Embassy and is a proud member of IAPS, COBIS, and BSME. We are a dynamic Prep School with a clear direction, having learning at the heart of our mission. Our children represent 31 nations (90% British) and together generate a culture of success and enjoyment. Learning is led by an excellent group of adults who work in teams to achieve the highest standards academically, as well as providing a very happy working environment. DESS achieved an Outstanding PENTA inspection in May 2017, a COBIS inspection in March 2023 and a BSO Inspection in May 2023 when we achieved Outstanding in all areas. DESS was also voted QBBF Organisation of the Year 2017.
We are seeking lively, dynamic Teachers for KS1 to join our team of hardworking and motivated professionals.
Suitable candidates will have a Bachelor of Education and QTS, be exemplary practitioners, and enjoy working as part of a team. Candidates must promote high standards and expectations and be committed to contributing to the further development of the school.
We are offering:
A generous tax free salary Opportunities for professional development Small classes & excellent facilities Fully furnished, air conditioned accommodation for sponsored staff Free Utilities On site swimming pool and sports facilities Annual return airfares to the UK for sponsored staff Private Health Insurance The chance to work in one of the sunniest and most rapidly developing cities in the world!
Please apply using the online application at - by the 9th
of January 2025 at 1.00pm
Please note that successful applicants will need to provide an ICPC certificate, a certified copy of their original Education Certificate/s duly notarised and attested by a notary public in their country of issue and a transcript of their university degree and a letter from the university stating you attended in person. These must be stamped by the Qatar Embassy in the country of issue and by the MOFA in Qatar. Copies of Birth and Marriage certificates. These documents are required by the Qatari Labour Department when applying for a work visa. (Advice can be provided by the school regarding how these can be obtained).
You must also provide an Experience Letter covering your teaching for up to the last five years stating which key stages you have worked in and that you are experienced as a class teacher.
Interviews will be held in December 2024 and shortlisted candidates will be observed teaching (Interviews can also be arranged in Doha for those already living locally or via video call).
We invite you to visit our school website at
We reserve the right to close a position once we have received sufficient applications to form a shortlist. Early application is therefore encouraged.
“DESS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and ICPC/Police Clearance certificates will be required. “
