Assistant Head of Senior School - Al

m2r Education are partnering with a leading
British International School
in Al Khobar who are seeking an
Assistant Headteacher for the Senior School
to start in the new academic year.

With a state-of-the-art campus, the school is renowned for its
academic excellence
, trusted teaching cohorts, and student success. They are committed to professional growth and providing the
best possible learning environment
for students and staff.

As the Assistant Headteacher, you will play a key role in supporting the Headteacher and Deputy Head Teacher in driving high standards, promoting excellent teaching and learning and fostering a positive, inclusive pastoral culture that supports the wellbeing and success of all pupils. The role will include a reduced teaching commitment, allowing the Assistant Headteacher to maintain a
strong presence in the classroom
while
balancing wider whole-school leadership
responsibilities.

• Contribute to the development, communication, and implementation of the school’s vision, values, and strategic improvement priorities.
• Promote consistently high-quality teaching across the school through coaching, mentoring, and support.
• Oversee or support the development of effective assessment systems that inform teaching, track progress, and identify areas of need.
• Analyse whole-school performance data, including exam outcomes, behaviour patterns, attendance, and assessment tracking.
• Lead or support the pastoral team in ensuring a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment.
• Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality, and pupils conduct in line with school policies.
• Contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the school, including duties, timetabling, and event management.
• Assist with safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management procedures.
• Actively participate in school events, parent evenings, assemblies, and community engagement.

• Bachelor’s Degree + PGCE/QTS from a UK institution
• At least 5years of relevant teaching experience post-qualification
• Minimum 2 years leadership experience within a Senior School setting in the Middle East
• Experience with the English National Curriculumor in a British International School
• Experience in leading or working within strong pastoral teams (desirable)
• Experience of leading assessment systems, tracking progress and improving pupil outcomes

• Competitive TAX FREE salary
• Accommodation or allowance provided
• Medical insurance
• Return flights
• Work visa

September 2026

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For safeguarding purposes, a valid police clearance certificate / DBS is required, plus 2 professional references.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not been contacted within 5 working days of submission then please consider your application to have been unsuccessful.