Senior School History Teacher - DQ Campus

Senior School History Teacher - DQ Campus - Required August 2027

Closing date of applications
18th November 2026
Start date
15th August 2027
Date Contract Ends
Unknown

Job details

Subject
History
Role
Teacher
Level
Ages 11-18 / Secondary
Curriculum
English National / IB Dip
Positions available
1
Contract type
Permanent
Vacancy type
Full Time
Salary
Teachers Pay scale M1-M6 + Annual Allowance

Requirements

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.

The 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).

The BISR Diplomatic Quarter campus is also an IB World School, offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school follows the English curriculum, greatly enriched by the local and international context. Learning is holistic, supported by a broad co-curricular programme, encompassing extra-curricular activities, student leadership, service learning and residential trips. Strong pastoral care supports student well-being.

The DQ Campus is looking for an enthusiastic and capable History Teacher for Senior School. We need teachers who are reflective, highly motivated, and collaborative, with a focus on delivering outstanding learning experiences for our students. We are particularly interested in candidates who are eager to contribute to our strategic pillars of learning, enrichment, and 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.

Have a UK or UK recognised teaching qualification.

We can offer:

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:
Wednesday, 18 November 2026.

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, religion, or background, has the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Our commitment extends to fostering a culture of mutual respect, trust, and transparency among students, staff, parents, and the wider community.

We are dedicated to ensuring that all children are provided with a secure and nurturing environment that promotes their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development.

All applicants, whether for teaching or non-teaching positions, must provide the following in support of their application:

All Applications Must Include:

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