Head of Infant School

Byron Recruitment is seeking an experienced and inspiring Female Head of Infant School for a school in Doha Qatar This is a senior leadership opportunity for an educator who is passionate about early years and primary education committed to high standards of teaching and learning and able to lead a nurturing high-performing infant school environment The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership for the infant school ensuring excellent academic outcomes outstanding pastoral care and a positive inclusive culture for pupils staff and families

• Lead the day-to-day management and strategic development of the Infant School
• Create a safe caring and stimulating learning environment where young children can thrive
• Drive high standards in teaching learning assessment and curriculum delivery across the infant phase
• Support develop and inspire teaching and support staff through effective leadership coaching and performance management
• Monitor pupil progress and wellbeing using data and observation to identify priorities and improve outcomes
• Promote a culture of inclusion safeguarding and child-centred practice throughout the school
• Work closely with senior leadership to align infant school priorities with whole-school goals
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers maintaining open and constructive communication
• Oversee planning staffing timetabling and resource allocation within the infant school
• Ensure compliance with school policies inspection standards and local regulatory requirements
• Lead school improvement initiatives and contribute to self-evaluation and development planning
• Champion high expectations for behaviour attendance and engagement
• Support the induction and ongoing development of new staff
• Represent the infant school positively within the wider school community

• Opportunity to lead and shape the vision and direction of the Infant School
• A collaborative and supportive school community
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children s early educational experiences
• Ongoing professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• International leadership experience

• Tax-free salary
• Free accommodation
• Annual flights
• Healthcare coverage
• Annual bonus
• Free tuition for one child

• Bachelor s degree in Education or a related field
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Significant leadership experience within an infant, early years, or primary school setting
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and effective infant school practice
• Proven ability to lead teaching and learning improvements and raise standards
• Experience in staff management, performance development, and team leadership
• Strong knowledge of curriculum planning, assessment and pupil progress monitoring
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and student wellbeing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families
• Organised, proactive, and confident in managing multiple priorities
• Fluent English communication skills

• Master s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field
• International school experience
• Experience working within the British curriculum
• Previous experience in a senior leadership role
• Knowledge of school inspection and accreditation frameworks