Vacancies at our School

Biology Teacher Britannica International School, Shanghai

Biology Teacher

Britannica International School, Shanghai

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Start Date: August 2025

Are you a qualified Biology Teacher with experience of teaching Biology at IGCSE and A-Level? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join our attractive, happy and growing international school in Shanghai.

About the School

Britannica International School Shanghai (www.britannicashanghai.com) is the only truly British owned and managed, British style, international school in Shanghai, and is part of the Orbital Education group. It offers learning and teaching experiences based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and English National Curriculum enhanced to meet the needs of its international student body. Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations.

The school is accommodated in well-resourced and purpose-built premises that are situated in the high-quality residential district of Gubei, which is within 20 minutes of the vibrant Former French Concession area. It has a capacity for 750 pupils from 2 – 18 years of age, making it unique in the city with regard to its smaller school and family feel environment. The school currently has a student population of over 400 pupils. Class sizes are all under 22 pupils and often smaller.

About the Opportunity

The school is seeking to appoint a qualified IGCSE and A level Biology Teacher. Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, possessing excellent teaching, organisational and communication skills.

We are seeking individuals who can apply a committed and common-sense approach to secondary education, such that it achieves outstanding results and happy children. The role requires an individual who can successfully motivate and inspire students, and who has sky-high expectations of what children can achieve and how they can behave. Experience of teaching and managing students from diverse nationality backgrounds and who are English Second language learners would be an advantage.

As an English school, specialising in the English National Curriculum to a diverse, international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English is essential.

Britannica has already built its reputation on high quality and high standards and as such it has similar high expectations of its staff. The school therefore welcomes fully qualified, flexible, creative, child-centred teachers who will further enhance the quality of teaching and learning and also be prepared to contribute to the extra-curricular life of this busy school.

Britannica Teachers:

- are passionate about education,

- enjoy being part of a British owned and managed group of schools with all the consequent benefits this brings,

- inspire their pupils through their engaging and demanding teaching,

- participate in all aspects of school life,

- create a warm and safe community, to which parents and pupils are proud to belong,

- are flexible and have a sense of humour,

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide

2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.

3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Living and working in Shanghai

Shanghai is one of the largest cities in China, but is probably its most diverse and cosmopolitan, with a huge International community choosing to travel, live, and settle here. Shanghai provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of western cultures mixed with the best of China’s past and present, making Shanghai’s local culture unique in the world. Shanghai is an extremely safe, welcoming, and modern city, with its friendly occupants known for their hospitality, and the ability to make you feel at home. There are excellent education facilities, transportation, and amenities across the city, with two International airports providing excellent transport links across the world.

Applications - If this describes you and you are keen to join our excellent school and friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team, then we would welcome an application from you. Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV with photograph, a letter of application and the names and email contacts of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.

Please submit your application to the Principal, Mr. Paul Farrell at paul.farrell@britannicashanghai.com

Interviews will take place by skype and will commence immediately from the date of advertising. The school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline if the right candidate is found.

Safeguarding - Britannica International School, Shanghai is committed to safeguarding children and young people.

As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icpc/ (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence. Prior to employment employees will also be required to present original and notarised copies of their professional qualifications.

How to apply:

Apply via email

EAL Teacher Britannica International School, Shanghai

EAL Teacher

Britannica International School, Shanghai

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Start Date: August 2025

Are you a qualified English as an Additional Language Teacher seeking a new opportunity?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a fully qualified and experienced English as an Additional Language Teacher, to join our very successful, attractive and happy growing school in Shanghai. The school can provide small classes, good collegiality with staff colleagues and a supportive induction programme for new teachers.

About the School Britannica International School Shanghai (www.britannicashanghai.com) is the only truly British owned and managed, British style, international school in Shanghai, and is part of the Orbital Education group. It offers learning and teaching experiences based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and English National Curriculum enhanced to meet the needs of its international student body. Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations.

The school is accommodated in well-resourced and purpose-built premises that are situated in the high quality residential district of Gubei, which is within 20 minutes of the vibrant Former French Concession area. It has a capacity for 750 pupils from 2 – 18 years of age, making it unique in the city with regard to its smaller school and family feel environment. The school currently has a student population of over 400 pupils. Class sizes are all under 22 pupils and often smaller.

About the Opportunity

Teaching posts are initially offered as a two-year contract, with the possibility of renewal of contract at the end of this period. A remuneration package is provided that includes a basic salary in excess of that offered in the UK, with low taxation, along with annual flights, a housing allowance, full medical cover and a relocation allowance to assist in settling in the city. A bonus is provided for very year taught, along with annual remuneration increases based on performance reviews. The teaching year consists of 180 days, with good holidays spread throughout the academic year allowing staff to make the most of their time in Asia.

We are seeking applications from individuals who have experience in a UK school or an international school teaching English National curriculum. Applicants must have a relevant Bachelor degree from a reputable University and Qualified Teacher Status.

As an English school specialising in the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, English as a First language is a crucial requirement for the candidate, and accordingly applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.

Britannica Teachers:

- are passionate about education, inspire their pupils through their engaging and demanding teaching,

- participate in all aspects of school life,

- create a warm and safe community, to which parents and pupils are proud to belong,

- are flexible and have a sense of humour,

- enjoy being part of a British owned and managed group of schools with all the consequent benefits this brings.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe.

Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

i) Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide

ii) Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.

iii) Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Living and working in Shanghai Shanghai is one of the largest cities in China, but is probably its most diverse and cosmopolitan, with a huge International community choosing to travel, live, and settle here. Shanghai provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of western cultures mixed with the best of China’s past and present, making Shanghai’s local culture unique in the world. Shanghai is an extremely safe, welcoming, and modern city, with its friendly occupants known for their hospitality, and the ability to make you feel at home.

There are excellent education facilities, transportation, and amenities across the city, with two International airports providing excellent transport links across the world.

Applications If this describes you and you are keen to join our excellent school and friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team, then we would welcome an application from you. Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV with photograph, a letter of application and the names and email contacts of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Please submit your application to the Principal, Mr. Paul Farrell at Paul.farrell@britannicashanghai.com

Interviews will take place by skype and will commence immediately from the date of advertising. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline if the right candidate is found.

Safeguarding Britannica International School, Shanghai is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icpc/ (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence. Prior to employment employees will also be required to present original and notarised copies of their professional qualifications.

How to apply:

Apply via email

Primary Teacher Britannica International School, Shanghai

Primary Teacher

Britannica International School, Shanghai

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: August 2025

Are you a qualified UK Primary Teacher seeking a new opportunity?

We have a fantastic opportunity for qualified UK Primary Teachers, to join our very successful, attractive and happy growing school in Shanghai. We are seeking primary teachers across KS1 & KS2. The school provides small classes, good collegiality with staff colleagues and a supportive induction programme for new teachers.

About the School Britannica International School Shanghai (www.britannicashanghai.com) is the only truly British owned and managed, British style, international school in Shanghai, and is part of the Orbital Education group. It offers learning and teaching experiences based on the Early Years Foundation Stage and English National Curriculum enhanced to meet the needs of its international student body. Secondary students are prepared for Cambridge University and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and A Level examinations.

About the Opportunity Roles are due to start from August 2025, across KS1 and KS2.

Teaching posts are initially offered as a two-year contract, with the possibility of renewal of contract at the end of this period.

A remuneration package that includes a basic salary in excess of that offered in the UK, with low taxation, along with annual flights, a housing allowance, full medical cover and a relocation allowance to assist in settling in the city.

A bonus is provided for very year taught along with annual remuneration increases based on performance reviews. The teaching year consists of 180 days, with good holidays spread throughout the academic year allowing staff to make the most of their time in Asia.

We are seeking applications from individuals who have experience in a UK school or an international school teaching the English curriculum. Applicants must have a relevant Bachelor degree from a reputable University and Qualified Teacher Status.

Britannica Teachers:

- are passionate about education, inspire their pupils through their engaging and demanding teaching,

- participate in all aspects of school life,

- create a warm and safe community, to which parents and pupils are proud to belong,

- are flexible and have a sense of humour,

- enjoy being part of a British owned and managed group of schools with all the consequent benefits this brings.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe.

Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

i) Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide

ii) Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.

iii) Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Living and working in Shanghai

There are excellent education facilities, transportation, and amenities across the city, with two International airports providing excellent transport links across the world.

Applications If this describes you and you are keen to join our excellent school and friendly, supportive and hardworking staff team, then we would welcome an application from you. Your application should be submitted by email and should include a CV with photograph, a letter of application and the names and email contacts of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Please submit your application to the Principal, Mr. Paul Farrell at Paul.Farrell@britannicashanghai.com

Safeguarding

Britannica International School, Shanghai is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icpc/ (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence. Prior to employment employees will also be required to present original and notarised copies of their professional qualifications.

How to apply:

Apply via email

Vacancies at other schools across the Orbital Group

Secondary Assistant Head United School International, The Pearl, Doha

Secondary Assistant Head

United School International, The Pearl, Doha

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Start Date: August 2025

This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and experienced Secondary school leader. The role is due to start August 2025

The Secondary Assistant, in conjunction with the Secondary Leadership Team, will use the School’s Aims and Core Values in developing and improving teaching and learning, planning and implementation in consultation with colleagues across the whole school

They will collaboratively plan with Tutors and other specialist teachers across the whole School. Ensure there is a safe, challenging learning environment and attractive, welcoming classrooms. Ensure all students in the school are set challenging, achievable and motivational targets and that assessment and reporting is of high quality and effectively communicated.

Our Secondary School consists of KS3 & KS4 classes with multiple form entry.

All teaching groups are small and supported by TAs, LSAs, SEN and EAL specialists who support enrich the National Curriculum and EY Framework.

Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom and a team of Secondary school teachers by example. The candidate must:

Be a fully qualified Secondary teaching specialist with successful leadership experience across UK Secondary curriculum (at middle leader level or higher).
Have experience supervising and managing the performance of others and deliver measurable school improvement.
Have exceptional collaborative team working skills.
Have excellent communicative skills with peers, parents and other stakeholders.
Have high quality teaching, and student learning and wellbeing at the heart of their decision making.

As a British International School specializing in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from native-level speakers of English will be preferred.

For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.

About the School

United School International is a school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.

It is a result of an exciting partnership between Orbital Education and United Development Company, a highly successful Qatari organisation and the developer of The Pearl. It is the second major school in the city of Doha to be established by Orbital Education, with the highly acclaimed and beautifully appointed Oryx International School established in partnership with Qatar Airlines, already operating within the city.

The school provides a British style of education based upon the English National Curriculum, whilst retaining the value of local culture and tradition within its curriculum offering. The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our approach to education, will allow the school to stand out as a leading international school in Qatar.

Living and working in Qatar

Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with extreme heat in the summer months. If you want to explore Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore the desert, walk along the Corniche, visit museums, shopping malls, beaches, attend sporting events, music festivals, take a boat trip and much more. There are excellent education facilities, transportation and amenities across the city.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It is an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Russia, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide

Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.

Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Application Process

If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.

Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. Your application should include a cover letter outlining how you would utilise your knowledge, skills, and experiences to ensure success in the role, and how you meet the requirements set out within the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.

Applications should be submitted to usirecruitment@unitedschool.qa

Closing date: 30 January 2025, although early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment, as shortlisting will take place on a rolling basis.

Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview which we hope to hold during the course of February 2025. If you have not heard from us before 1st February 2025 you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Safeguarding – United School International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.

How to apply:

Apply via email Download PDF

Science Teacher United School International, The Pearl, Doha

Science Teacher

United School International, The Pearl, Doha

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Start Date: August 2025

The Opportunity This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and qualified Science Teacher to join our newly founded school. You must have recent experience working as a Science Teacher in a UK curriculum school internationally or within the UK.

The role is due to start from August 2025. Candidates must be available from mid of August 2025 to commence employment.

United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community.

The school has a number of state-of-the-art facilities to support exceptional teaching including the latest touch screen technology, technology labs, art facilities and easy access to carefully landscaped indoor and outdoor play areas. Additional facilities at the school include a 450 seater auditorium/theatre, STEAM & robotics room, swimming pool, training pool, badminton, volleyball, tennis, basketball courts and a full size football pitch.

Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom by example. The candidate must:

· Have a relevant bachelor's degree from a reputable university and qualified Teacher status, either PGCE or B.Ed from the UK

· Have previous teaching experience in a UK curriculum school teaching Science - please specify in your application if you have experience teaching physics or chemistry.

· Have a passion for education, able to communicate clearly with good collaborative team working skills.

In return for your outstanding teaching and care for our students you will receive a very competitive tax-free salary and benefits package. This will include accommodation on the Pearl and in close proximity to all the amenities.

The school prides itself on professional development and mentoring new staff to become leaders in their field of expertise or curriculum interest. The role will provide opportunity for curriculum / department management responsibilities for the right candidate.

As a British International School specialising in providing the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from speakers of English will be preferred.

For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

About the School

United School International is a newly founded school on the prestigious Pearl Development in Doha, Qatar, a residential development reclaimed from the Arabian Gulf. There is a combination of spacious high-rise apartments and luxurious villas currently housing a population of 33,000. When finally completed in two years’ time this will have risen to around 50,000.

Living and working in Qatar

Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with extreme heat in the summer months. If you want to explore Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore. There are excellent education facilities, transportation and amenities across the city.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide

2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.

3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Application Process

If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.

Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. Please head your e-mail with the subject ‘Science Teacher’ to ensure that your application is appropriately directed.

Your application should include a cover letter outlining how you would utilise your knowledge, skills, and experiences to ensure success in the role, and how you meet the requirements set out within the Job Description and Person Specification. You should also detail the names, email contacts and contact numbers of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.

Applications should be submitted to the recruitment team at usirecruitment@unitedschool.qa

Closing date: January 30, 2025

If you have not heard from us before 1st February 2025, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

How to apply:

Apply via email Download PDF

Head of ICT United School International, The Pearl, Doha

Head of ICT

United School International, The Pearl, Doha

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Start Date: August 2025

The Opportunity

This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and qualified ICT Teacher to join our school as Head of Department. You must have recent experience working as a ICT Teacher in a UK curriculum school internationally or within the UK.

The role is due to start from in August 2025. Candidates must be available from mid August 2025 to commence employment.

United School International is the first and probably only school to be built on the Pearl, providing education for children within the local community. Because of its position, its beautiful architecture and facilities, The Pearl is one of the most desirable locations for both expatriate and local Qatar families in the city.

Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom by example. The candidate must:

· Have a relevant bachelor's degree from a reputable university and qualified Teacher status, either PGCE or B.Ed from the UK

· Have previous teaching experience in a UK curriculum school teaching English.

· Have a passion for education, able to communicate clearly with good collaborative team working skills.

For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

About the School

Living and working in Qatar

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide

2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.

3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Application Process

If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.

Applications should be made by CV in the first instance, with all relevant details of your experience and education history, accounting for any employment gaps. Please head your e-mail with the subject ‘ICT Teacher’ to ensure that your application is appropriately directed.

Applications should be submitted to our recruitment team at usirecruitment@unitedschool.qa

Closing date: 30 January 2025

Successful candidates will be contacted as soon as we have drawn up a shortlist for interview which we hope to hold during the course of February and March 2024. If you have not heard from us before 30th March 2024, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

How to apply:

Apply via email Download PDF

KS1 Teacher United School International, The Pearl, Doha

KS1 Teacher

United School International, The Pearl, Doha

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Start Date: August 2025

This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a talented and qualified Key Stage 1 Teacher to join our newly founded school. You must have recent experience working as a Primary School Teacher in a UK curriculum school, ideally with prior KS1 experience. The role is due to start from August 2025. Candidates must be available from mid-August 2025 to commence employment.

Our Primary School consists of FS, KS1 and KS2 classes with multiple form entry. All teaching groups are small and supported by TAs, LSAs, SEN and EAL specialists who support enrich the National Curriculum and EY Framework. The school has a number of state-of-the-art facilities to support exceptional teaching including the latest touch screen technology, technology labs, art facilities and easy access to carefully landscaped indoor and outdoor play areas. Additional facilities at the school include a 450 seater auditorium/theatre, STEAM & robotics room, swimming pool, training pool, badminton, volleyball, tennis, basketball courts and a full size football pitch.

The ideal candidate will have prior teaching experience to children aged 5-7 years old, and be comfortable working within Year 1 or Year 2 settings.

Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead in the classroom by example. The candidate must:

· Have a relevant Batchelor degree from a reputable university and qualified Teacher status, either PGCE or B.Ed from the UK

· Have previous Primary School teaching experience ideally within KS1.

· Have a passion for education, able to communicate clearly with good collaborative team working skills.

In return for your outstanding teaching and care for our students you will receive a very competitive tax-free salary and benefits package. This will include accommodation on The Pearl and in close proximity to all the amenities. Holidays are similar to those in the UK and the role will provide opportunity for curriculum management responsibilities for the right candidate. The school prides itself on professional development and mentoring new staff to become leaders in their field of expertise or curriculum interest.

For more details about the role, please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification, available by clicking 'download pdf' below.

About the School

Living and working in Qatar

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

1. Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide

2. Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.

3. Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Application Process

If this describes you, you meet the requirements for this position and are keen to join our excellent and friendly school we would welcome an application from you.

Applications should be submitted to the recruitment team at

usirecruitment@unitedschool.qa

How to apply:

Apply via email Download PDF

Teacher of German (with French) British International School of Ljubljana

Teacher of German (with French)

British International School of Ljubljana

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Start Date: August 2025

Are you a fully qualified, inspirational, and highly motivated Teacher of German and French looking for a new challenge overseas? If so, you will be interested in this exciting opportunity to join our successful and growing international school from August 2025.

About the School

The British International School of Ljubljana (BISL) (http://www.britishschool.si/) is a growing British-style school serving students aged between 3 and 18 from over 30 nationalities in the capital of beautiful Slovenia, Europe’s “hidden jewel”. Classes are small and the students are eager to learn. BISL is an accredited member of COBIS and in March 2024 met all the standards in an ISI BSO compliance inspection. In a full inspection in 2021 the school achieved OUTSTANDING IN ALL CATEGORIES.

About the Opportunity

The role is to teach German to students in KS3-5 and some French to students in KS2 (from Year 3) and KS3. You will be responsible for inspiring and enthusing students in their development of knowledge and skills within Key Stages 2-5. You would be part of a modern languages department teaching three languages across the school.

The successful applicant will be an outstanding classroom practitioner, able to demonstrate a proven commitment to the highest standards of teaching and learning and student achievement; someone with drive and passion who believes in creating a unique, inspiring and outstanding place for learning, able to excite and challenge students of all abilities to make great progress. Applicants should also be prepared to contribute to the wider community aspect of school life, which is expected of every member of the teaching staff.

Applicants must have a relevant degree, teaching qualification and experience of successfully teaching Secondary aged students across Key Stages 3-5. Experience of working with EAL learners from a variety of cultures will be an advantage.

Because of difficulties in obtaining a visa and residency, it will not be possible to consider applicants from nationalities outside of the UK or EU. Family visas can only be issued after 2 years of employment in the country.

As a British school specialising in delivering the English National Curriculum, IGCSE and A Level to a diverse international student population, strong English language is an essential requirement and applications from first language speakers of English will be preferred.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ focuses on delivering the very best in British education to its students around the globe. It’s an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, China, Mexico, Albania, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe. Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and students worldwide
Enhanced professional development opportunities, through partnerships with specialist learning providers to offer recognised and accredited professional development programmes.
Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing opportunity to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Living in Slovenia

Slovenia is a beautiful, diverse and culturally rich environment with opportunities to get involved in a wide range of outdoor adventures, all within the proximity of Ljubljana. The historic city centre is located just 8 kilometres away from the school. Slovenia is seen by many as an incredibly safe, peaceful and environmentally friendly place. The Creative Arts are showcased widely throughout the city including a range of stunning galleries, museums and exhibitions. If you love the outdoors, Slovenia is the country for you!

Applications should include a covering letter addressed to the Principal, Ms. Mel Hitchcocks, along with an up-to-date curriculum vitae, photograph and details of three referees, one of whom will be the current or most recent employer.

Applications should be sent, as one combined PDF document, by e-mail with “'French/German 2025-6 in the subject field to mel.hitchcocks@britishschool.si. The closing date for applications is 31 JANUARY 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to appoint before this deadline once the right candidate is found.

Safeguarding - The British International School of Ljubljana is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.

How to apply:

Apply via email

Key Stage 2 Class Teacher Oryx International School, Doha

Key Stage 2 Class Teacher

Oryx International School, Doha

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: August 2025

The Opportunity

Oryx International School is seeking to appoint a well-qualified Key Stage 2 Primary Class Teacher, with effect from August 2025. You must hold a valid teaching qualification and be eligible to work in Qatar.

Please refer to the job description for the full range of duties and responsibilities.

Our Teachers are responsible for delivering the highest quality learning in a stimulating, happy and safe environment. They work collaboratively with other teaching colleagues in medium and short-term planning, target setting and monitoring, providing each other with high levels of support and challenge to promote the very best possible progress for every pupil. All staff participate in the broader life of the school, enriching the learning experience for students and fostering a close, supportive school community.

Applicants should be committed and outstanding teaching practitioners, able to lead by example, possessing good IT, organisational and communication skills. They should aspire to the highest levels of care and professional learning and concur with our values of Excellence, Respect, Responsibility, Integrity and Compassion.

As an international school specialising in the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English proficiency in writing and speaking is an essential requirement and applications from fluent speakers of English will be preferred.

For more information please refer to the separate Job Description and Person Specification provided, available on our TES vacancies page which can be found here; https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/oryx-international-school-1081246

The School

Oryx International School https://oryxschool.qa/ is a unique project conceptualised by Qatar Airways and Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ creating a joint venture between a world renowned, 5- star multi-billion dollar turnover airline and a prestigious group of International schools. The objective of this £70 million project is to satisfy the demand for premium quality British style education for the children of local and expatriate employees of Qatar Airways in Doha.

The aim of Oryx International School is to provide the employees of the world’s five-star airline and their children access to a five-star education. The new, bespoke, built to specification school provides state-of-the-art facilities and education technology to enrich teaching and learning experiences for our students. The school aspires to foster an ethos of global citizenship, the celebration of cultural diversity and a wide international perspective to equip students with the skills and aspirations to become future leaders across the world.

The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our creative approach to education, which incorporates a full curriculum and enrichment based upon the English National Curriculum, enhanced by local Qatari identity, history, culture and tradition, allows Oryx International School to offer a 5-star education.

The school offers some of the best fully furnished staff accommodation in Doha, including all utensils, a welcome pack and free utilities including internet. https://www.alfardanproperties.com/property/al-gassar-resort/

Living and working in Qatar

Doha, the peninsula’s capital city of over 2.7 million residents, has a huge international community that choose to live and work here. Qatar provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of cultures mixed with the best of Qatar’s past and present. Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with particularly high temperature in the summer months. In Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore the desert, walk along the Corniche, visit museums, shopping malls, beaches, attend sporting events, music festivals, take a boat trip and much more. There are excellent education transportation and other amenities across the city, including a new metro system.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Orbital Education focuses on delivering quality education to its students around the globe. We educate more than 5,000 young people from 114 nationalities, sending them on to high quality universities. We are an expanding group with schools already in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, Albania, China, Mexico, Ecuador and the Middle East, with exciting plans to develop new schools across the globe.

Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues worldwide.
Enhanced professional development opportunities.
Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing

opportunities to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Application Process

All applications must be made on the TES Application System

To apply please visit our vacancies page and find this position; https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/oryx-international-school-1081246

All candidates must;

Complete all questions on the Online Application Form.
Supporting statement should be no less than 500 words and no more than 1000 words, and should relate directly to the specific role applied for and cover:

your motivation for working in education
a brief description of the philosophy of education which shapes your particular style of teaching
what attracts you to the position
how you feel your experience, skills and personal qualities qualify you to take on the role with details of any unique teaching methods or techniques that you have developed or employ
what extra-curricular activities you can lead, supervise or have participated in
any other information you would like the selection panel to know

Please note:
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All applications will be reviewed, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with the outcome of their application.

Due to the expected high levels of interest in positions at the school, Oryx International School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process.

Interviews

Interviews will take place in Doha and/or via Microsoft Teams. You will be contacted with arrangements ahead of interviews taking place. The school is taking all the necessary precautions to prevent the risk of COVID-19.

Safeguarding – Oryx International School, Doha is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/icp... (if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.

NB: Qatar imposes an age limit of 50 years for teaching positions within the country, therefore applicants over the age of 50 cannot be considered.

How to apply:

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Key Stage 1 Class Teacher Oryx International School, Doha

Key Stage 1 Class Teacher

Oryx International School, Doha

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: August 2025

The Opportunity

Oryx International School is seeking to appoint a well-qualified Key Stage 1 Primary Class Teacher, with effect from August 2025. You must hold a valid teaching qualification and be eligible to work in Qatar.

Please refer to the job description for the full range of duties and responsibilities.

The School

Living and working in Qatar

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues worldwide.
Enhanced professional development opportunities.
Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing

opportunities to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Application Process

All applications must be made on the TES Application System

To apply please visit our vacancies page and find this position; https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/oryx-international-school-1081246

All candidates must;

Complete all questions on the Online Application Form.
Supporting statement should be no less than 500 words and no more than 1000 words, and should relate directly to the specific role applied for and cover:

your motivation for working in education
a brief description of the philosophy of education which shapes your particular style of teaching
what attracts you to the position
how you feel your experience, skills and personal qualities qualify you to take on the role with details of any unique teaching methods or techniques that you have developed or employ
what extra-curricular activities you can lead, supervise or have participated in
any other information you would like the selection panel to know

Please note:
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All applications will be reviewed, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with the outcome of their application.

Due to the expected high levels of interest in positions at the school, Oryx International School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process.

Interviews

NB: Qatar imposes an age limit of 50 years for teaching positions within the country, therefore applicants over the age of 50 cannot be considered.

How to apply:

Download PDF

EYFS Class Teacher Oryx International School, Doha

EYFS Class Teacher

Oryx International School, Doha

Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Permanent
Start Date: August 2025

The Opportunity

Oryx International School is seeking to appoint a well-qualified EYFS Class Teacher, with effect from August 2025. You must hold a valid teaching qualification and be eligible to work in Qatar.

Please refer to the job description for the full range of duties and responsibilities.

The School

Living and working in Qatar

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Key reasons to work at an Orbital Education School include:

Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues worldwide.
Enhanced professional development opportunities.
Opportunities for both career development and movement within the group, providing

opportunities to see the world whilst progressing an attractive and rewarding career.

Application Process

All applications must be made on the TES Application System

To apply please visit our vacancies page and find this position; https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/oryx-international-school-1081246

All candidates must;

Complete all questions on the Online Application Form.
Supporting statement should be no less than 500 words and no more than 1000 words, and should relate directly to the specific role applied for and cover:

·our motivation for working in education
a brief description of the philosophy of education which shapes your particular style of teaching
what attracts you to the position
how you feel your experience, skills and personal qualities qualify you to take on the role with details of any unique teaching methods or techniques that you have developed or employ
what extra-curricular activities you can lead, supervise or have participated in
any other information you would like the selection panel to know

Please note:
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All applications will be reviewed, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with the outcome of their application.

Due to the expected high levels of interest in positions at the school, Oryx International School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process.