Swim Coach - School; Local

Swim Coach - Whole School (Local Hire) - Required Immediately

Closing date of applications: 8th March 2026

Start date:

6th April 2026

Date Contract Ends:
Unknown

Subject:
Physical Education

Role:
Teacher / Teaching Assistant

Level: Ages 4-18 / Whole School

Curriculum:
English National

Positions available: 1

Contract type:
Permanent

Vacancy type:
Full Time

Salary:
Teachers Pay scale M/UQTS

2 or more years experience

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) has provided high-quality education to the expatriate community since 1979. As a well-regarded, not-for-profit, co-educational institution in the Middle East, we serve students aged 3-18 across multiple campuses.

Our school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas (BSO). Additionally, BISR is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO), the Heads Conference (HMC), and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS).

Following the English curriculum, which is greatly enriched by the local and international context, BISR offers a holistic learning experience. Our broad co-curricular program includes extra-curricular activities, student leadership opportunities, service learning initiatives, and residential trips. We are also committed to strong pastoral care to support student well-being.

• Be innovative, creative, enthusiastic, highly motivated and learning focused, with a strong track record of excellent classroom practice and pastoral care.
• Be committed to development of high-quality learning experiences underpinned by a clear understanding of how learning is developed, where students are motivated and equipped to become life‑long learners.
• Demonstrate a passion for learning, be a reflective practitioner, showing a strong commitment to development of outstanding classroom practice.
• Use high quality assessment and feedback strategies to ensure students make good progress with their learning.
• Ensure students flourish by creating a positive climate for learning, supporting the holistic development of each student, with a strong emphasis on well‑being in an intercultural context.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, high levels of emotional intelligence and a good sense of humour, effectively collaborating within a range of teams.
• Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto.
• Go the extra mile for students, contributing to the wider life of the school, including the broad co‑curricular programme and community events.
• Serve as Form Tutors, supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic well‑being as the first point of contact in the pastoral care system.
• Have a UK or UK recognised teaching qualification.
• Have valid KSA residency status.

• Highly motivated and engaged students
• A school with a strong sense of community
• A learning focused school committed to staff development
• Motivated, hard‑working and dedicated colleagues, who are committed to high quality learning, student well‑being and the school's enrichment programmes

Closing date for applications:
Sunday, 8th March 2026.

Guidelines are available here:
Guidelines

To apply, please follow the  and provide a supporting statement of application following the provided guidelines.

For non‑teaching roles, applicants will need to register as a qualified teacher on the application tracking system (In Teachers) to complete the application.

BISR reserves the right to make an earlier appointment if a suitable candidate is identified before the closing date.

Comprehensive background checks will be required for all staff.

BISR believes very strongly in the role of the school in safeguarding children and young people. All staff, whatever their role in the school, will be required to undergo rigorous background checks before commencing employment.

BISR is unreservedly committed to creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all students. We believe that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and that every child, regardless of age, ability, gender, culture,…