Head of Primary – Doha, Qatar – ASAP Start

A growing international school in Doha, Qatar is seeking an experienced and inspirational Head of Primary for an ASAP start.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished primary leader to take responsibility for a key phase of a developing international school and lead a team committed to high-quality, student-centred education.

The Role

The Head of Primary will provide both academic and operational leadership across the primary school, ensuring consistently high standards of teaching, learning, pastoral care and student achievement.

The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), with an educational approach built around inquiry, student agency, creativity and developing independent learners.

The successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team while providing clear direction and support to primary teachers and middle leaders.

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading teaching and learning across the primary phase
• Supporting and developing teachers and primary leadership staff
• Maintaining high expectations for student progress and achievement
• Driving curriculum development and effective assessment
• Promoting inquiry-led and student-centred learning
• Ensuring high standards of behaviour, safeguarding and student wellbeing
• Building strong relationships with parents and the wider school community
• Contributing to whole-school improvement and strategic planning
   

Who Are We Looking For?

We are looking for an experienced primary practitioner who combines strong educational leadership with a genuine understanding of how children learn.

Applicants should have a recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE with QTS, B.Ed or equivalent, a relevant degree and substantial primary teaching experience.

You should also have proven leadership experience as a Head of Primary, Deputy Head, Assistant Head, Primary Principal or comparable senior leader.

Experience within an IB PYP school would be particularly valuable. However, strong primary leaders from British or other recognised international curricula who can demonstrate an understanding of inquiry-led learning are also encouraged to apply.

The School

The school provides an international education in English and has developed a learning philosophy that encourages students to ask questions, explore ideas, think critically and take increasing ownership of their learning.

Within the primary phase, learning extends beyond individual subjects through a transdisciplinary approach, helping children make connections between different areas of knowledge and the wider world.

The incoming Head of Primary will have the opportunity to build on this approach while continuing to develop academic standards, teaching quality and a strong culture of collaboration across the primary school.

Living and Working in Qatar

Doha is a major international education hub and continues to attract experienced teachers and school leaders from around the world.

The position offers the opportunity to combine tax-free earnings and international leadership experience with life in a modern, well-connected Gulf city.

A competitive senior leadership package is available, including benefits associated with an international school appointment. Full salary and package details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

Apply for Head of Primary Jobs in Qatar

If you are an experienced primary school leader looking for your next international leadership position and are available for an immediate or ASAP start, we would like to hear from you.

Apply through Teaching Abroad Direct to be considered for this Head of Primary position in Doha, Qatar.