Head of English

3 weeks ago

Qatar Sherborne Qatar Senior School Full time

A truly international school, with pupils from over 60 different nationalities, Sherborne Senior School is one of the highest performing premier independent British senior schools in the Middle East. Dedicated to knowing our pupils as individuals, our holistic approach to education ensures pastoral care has as much emphasis as academic excellence.

In August 2021, Sherborne Senior School relocated to a new, state-of-the-art building, in the Grand Zone adjacent to the Mall of Qatar. Pupils, and staff, have benefitted from enhanced facilities, second to none in the Middle East, and a broader academic curriculum.

The Senior School buildings boast: twelve Science labs; ICT and robotics suites; an extensive library; Design & Technology rooms; specialist Drama, Art and Music rooms; a 250-seater theatre; multiple outside sporting areas, including a 100m running track and a full-size football pitch; and, two sports halls and a 25m swimming pool.

This position is also a great opportunity for more experienced teachers to advance as there will certainly be opportunities for progression as the school enters the next exciting chapter in its development.

Qualifications and experience **essential** for this role are:

- Experience of teaching English in Key Stage 3 & English Language and English Literature in Key Stage 4 (i/GCSE).
- Ability to teach English Language at AS/A level (Key Stage 5).
- Experience of teaching in British curriculum schools.
- A proven track record of providing outstanding teaching and learning.
- A high level of written and spoken English.
- Committed to ensuring high standards of teaching and learning.
- Collaborative and able to work as part of a team.
- Inter-culturally aware with well-developed interpersonal skills.
- A willingness to contribute in a positive manner to all aspects of the school vision, including extra-curricular activities.

**Desirable**
- Experience of teaching English Language at AS/A level (Key Stage 5).
- Ability to teach English Literature at AS/A level (Key Stage 5).
- Experience of teaching English as a second language in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (i/GCSE).
- Recent UK experience and previous international teaching experience.
- Child protection trained.

As a teacher at Sherborne Qatar you will:

- Promote our mission and values.
- Have the ability to generate amongst the pupils, an excitement about learning.
- Have a sense of humour and be a team player.
- Be resilient, flexible and open minded.
- Be committed to helping us grow and develop a productive, effective, happy school.
- Be emotionally intelligent.

In return we can offer you:

- The opportunity to teach a range of interesting and hardworking pupils.
- An excellent working environment in a state-of-the-art school.
- The opportunity to get involved in an extensive enrichment programme.
- An attractive tax-free salary, accommodation and additional benefits.
- A good work / life balance.

**HOW TO APPLY**:
Successful applicants will be required to attend an induction weekend in Sherborne, Dorset on 6th & 7th July and travel to Qatar around 21st August 2024 for induction training.

**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 appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

A truly international school, with pupils from over 60 different nationalities, Sherborne Senior School in Qatar is one of the highest performing premier independent British senior schools in the Middle East. Dedicated to knowing our pupils as individuals, our holistic approach to education ensures pastoral care has as much emphasis as academic excellence.

Our strength as a school is our high-quality pastoral care, excellent teachers, our extensive enrichment programme and our community, friendly and family-orientated culture.

Sherborne Senior School is one of Sherborne’s family of schools in Qatar. The Sherborne Qatar schools are fortunate to be able to draw upon and share in the experience of our historic and prestigious home school in England. We have much in common with Sherborne School; we are all dedicated to providing the best that British independent education can offer.

This is an exciting time to join Sherborne Senior School as we continue to expand following our move to a new state-of-the-art site in August 2021.

Qatar is a dynamic, ambitious and forward-thinking country. We want to nurture the same qualities and the key to this is encouraging our pupils to take responsibility for their own learning and for them to be active and reflective learners. We want to challenge our pupils and instill in them a passion for learning and betterment. “Education for life” is about developing reflective, adaptable and passionate lifelong learners.

Sherborne Senior School is committed to cultivating responsible and compassionate citizen

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