Head of Primary – International School, Qatar – November 2026 Start or sooner

If you’re looking to advance your overseas career in the education sector, and perhaps relocate to a destination that’s on your teaching wish-list, try the Middle East.

With year-round sunshine, exciting places to explore, and some of the best teaching career opportunities in the world, your dream job is waiting to be discovered.

Overview

Gain valuable overseas exposure and boost your international educational career, as Head of Primary, in one of the most prestigious, sought-after schools in Doha, Qatar.

A career move here will fast-forward your professional career as you adopt a key role within the senior management team; driving change and ensuring sustainable academic achievement across the entire school.

The school

This school is part of a group of premier educational institutions which have created a brilliant future for its students and carved a niche for itself in Qatar over the past 15 years.

With its blend of respectful traditional values, combined with creativity and innovation, this is a vibrant educational environment. It is also at the forefront of the innovative use of technology to support learning.

Be part of a school which is well-recognised for its quality of teaching which ensures its students consistently achieve the highest possible standards.

Job highlights

• Play a major role within the senior leadership team
• Responsibility for driving the primary school forward strategically, operationally & academically
• Monitoring & evaluating performance standards
• Taking a strategic role in the adoption of new learning technologies
• Competitive tax-free salary & significant benefits

The ideal candidate

• Bachelor of Education or Degree with a PGCE in Primary Education
• NPQH would be to your advantage
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Demonstrates leadership, inspiration and guidance
• Experience of managing staff & undertaking performance reviews
• An effective, dynamic leader & positive role model for staff and students
• Knowledge & experience in an international school setting

Facts & Figures

Location: Doha, Qatar

Job type: Contract

Duration: 2 Years

Salary range: Competitive, tax-free depending on experience

Benefits: Furnished accommodation as per family size, medical insurance, visa, flights for spouse and 2 children plus free schooling for 2 children

About ASQ: the perfect match between international schools and candidates

ASQ International partners with a number of exceptional International schools globally to offer the latest and best selection of educational positions.

We look forward to hearing from you.

If your application has been successful, we will contact you within 5 days.

Please note, even if you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will keep your details on file in the ASQ Education talent pool, as you could be perfect for one of our future international positions.