Secondary Art Teacher; Maternity Cover

Secondary Art Teacher (Maternity Cover)

School:
Compass International School Doha, Qatar

Join our dynamic international education environment, where you will deliver a bespoke curriculum built on the English National Curriculum, preparing Secondary students for external examinations at IGSCE level and beyond. You will challenge students to be ambitious learners, seeking out and implementing innovative teaching practices to enhance their experience and outcomes.

You can create a learning culture in your classroom where students are supported, challenged, and inspired to be the best they can be. Your motivation and communication skills enable you to create energy, excitement and personal investment. You are receptive to feedback, ready to embrace change and keen to share best practice with colleagues. As a strong ambassador for the school, you will develop new ways to engage students and parents across the school and wider community.

• University degree in your specialist subject
• Teaching qualification
• Considerable teaching experience and knowledge of the curriculum

You will also meet visa‑related restrictions for Qatar, including possession of a Bachelor’s degree and a teaching qualification from a face‑to‑face course.

• A university degree and a teaching qualification
• At least 5 years of teaching experience within the British curriculum
• A proven record of successful leadership at a middle or senior level
• Evidence of further professional development
• Previous international experience

• Values‑led approach; integrity and honesty are paramount
• Reliability, loyalty and commitment
• Personal confidence and presence
• Energetic and positive with a ‘can‑do’ approach
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Approachable to all; able to show respect and display cultural sensitivity
• Sense of humour and grace under pressure
• Ability to understand complex issues and solve problems
• Able to manage own time and prioritise; organised
• Flexible and adaptable; able to handle uncertainty

We offer a professional working environment and an attractive remuneration & benefits package.

August 2026

Wednesday, 15th July 2026

Interviews will be conducted face to face or via Teams. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.

All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both Country of residence/birth and any Country of residence within the last 10 years.

Please apply for this vacancy using our recruitment portal. Online applications should contain a CV, a two‑page letter of application and details of three professional references.