Primary Teaching Assistant (Maternity Cover)

About usDoha College is one of the world’s leading British International Schools. Proudly not-for-profit and the only Qatari school listed in both the Spear’s School Index and the Carfax Index of the top 100 private schools worldwide. Our examination results at (I)GCSE and A-Level are amongst the best of any school of our type globally.Guided by our motto “Excellence for all, Excellence from all,” our vibrant community celebrates diversity, fosters innovation and is committed to nurturing confident, compassionate and intellectually curious learners.Our staff are supported through exceptional professional development, including our in house CPD with leadership training and a coaching culture that helps every teacher continue to grow. We value wellbeing and family life, offering comprehensive support for international relocation, professional growth and personal fulfilment. We also have a comprehensive induction and orientation programme, which allows new staff to effectively navigate the challenges that come with an international move, including a free on-site crèche for primary-aged children and staff representation on our Board of Governors.Best of all, our vibrant international pupil community is a delight to work with, and our innovative approach encourages everyone at the College to bring with them ideas and a willingness to try new things.If you are interested in joining our inspiring team which values your personal and professional growth and you will bring a commitment to the highest standards, positivity, kindness and warmth we very much look forward to receiving your application.The opportunityWe are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to start in August 2026 to provide maternity cover for this key role. The primary purpose of the Teaching Assistant is to work under the guidance of teaching and senior staff and to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups in and out of the classroom. This could include those requiring detailed and specialist knowledge in particular areas and will involve assisting the teacher in the whole planning cycle and the management and preparation of resources. The primary focus will be to support students in accessing the curriculum and assisting them to undertake and complete tasks.We are a multi-cultural organisation that embraces diversity and provides a friendly and informal work environment.About youThe ideal candidate will have some experience working with Primary children, will be highly organised with good communication skills and will be good at motivating children to learn. Some experience of working in a similar role is desirable.We are a British international school and all of our lessons are taught in English, therefore a high standard of written and spoken English is essential for all positions.In returnOur tax-free salary is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. We also have a comprehensive induction and orientation programme that helps new staff effectively navigate the challenges of an international move.Valuing the importance of recruiting and retaining the best staff, the professional development offering is significant. Doha College has its own CPD academy and offers accredited training across the school and at all levels.ApplyTo find out more about us please visit https://www.dohacollege.com/discover/careersApplication closing date is: