Competitive - Tax Free Salary

Full Time, Fixed Term

1st August 2025

28 November 2024

Compass International School Doha was established in 2006 to provide a premium British education to both expatriate and local Qatari families. We have three campuses; Al Themaid and Madinat Khalifa educate students from Early Years through to Secondary whereas Gharaffa is a stand-alone Primary campus for children aged 3-11. All campuses offer a bespoke British curriculum. Secondary students can select from a wide range of IGSEs, AS and A levels. Additionally, we offer the prestigious IB Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. All three sites offer a warm, friendly learning environment with our students at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our outstanding teachers and our community feel. As for Qatar, a sunny climate year-round and an airport with fantastic global connections ensures the continued popularity of this destination for expats.
Our school has Qatar National Schools Accreditation (QNSA) and is a member of the British Schools in the Middle East (BSME), COBIS and Ao BSO.


About the role
We are seeking a Head of Secondary for our Madinat Khalifa campus, which educates students in Years 7-11.
A key member of the CISD Senior Leadership Team, the Head of Secondary will provide direction, inspiration and guidance for the teaching staff at Madinat Khalifa. With the support of the Deputy Head of Secondary, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the school. You will drive academic standards through the provision of a bespoke, British curriculum and by monitoring and evaluating the quality of learning and teaching. You will nurture staff by prioritising purposeful professional development, meaningful performance management and care for their wellbeing. Together with the Executive Principal you will set out a vision and strategic direction for the Secondary school at Madinat Khalifa. Since we are one school with three campuses, you must be an excellent collaborator; you will be expected to work closely with the Head of Secondary at Themaid Campus as well as the three Heads of Primary. Finally, you will ensure the vibrant parent community at Madinat Khalifa continues to feel connected and involved with the school.


About you
Ready to lead the school on its journey of continuous self-improvement, you will be a qualified teacher with a minimum of 10 years teaching experience in a Secondary school. Additionally, you will have extensive experience of leadership and management, gained either in the UK or a respected international school.
Able to work with a high degree of cultural sensitivity in our changing and fast-paced international environment, you will have the ability to lead your team with energy, enthusiasm and a strong sense of integrity.

• Job purpose
• Reporting to
• Key relationships
• Key results areas
• Performance measurement

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS SOUGHT
Essential

• A university degree and a teaching qualification
• At least 10 years of teaching experience within the British curriculum
• A proven record of successful leadership at a senior level

Desirable

• A master’s degree in the field of education or an NPQH qualification
• Previous international experience

PERSONAL QUALITIES SOUGHT

• Fluent English speaker
• 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; organized
• Flexible and adaptable; able to handle uncertainty
• Able to delegate effectively

To Apply
Please apply for this vacancy using our recruitment portal.
Online applications should contain a CV, a two-page letter of application and the details of three professional references.
Start date: 1st August 2025
Closing date for applications is Thursday, 28th November 2024.


Selection process
First stage interviews will be conducted face to face or via Teams and final interviews will take place in December 2024.
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 (having regular unsupervised contact with children) 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.

A WORLD-CLASS LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Compass International School Doha is a vibrant school community spread across three campus locations in Doha.
Each of our campuses – Gharaffa, Madinat Khalifa and Themaid – has exceptional facilities, including swimming pools, ICT suites, music studios, and sports halls. They’re the perfect places to learn, where outstanding teachers deliver innovative lessons and extra-curricular activities that engage, challenge and excite. Our newest campus, Themaid, is home to some of the finest facilities in Qatar – including modern performing arts spaces and a STEAM learning lab.
OUR SCHOOL FACILITIES
In our world-class learning environments, your child will do what they love and try new things. At our Gharaffa, Madinat Khalifa and Themaid school campus, students can prepare for the world stage in our performing arts spaces, answer big scientific questions in our STEAM learning lab, and put their physical capabilities to the test in our swimming pools and sports halls.
ü Advanced STEAM learning lab and ICT suites with interactive Ed Tech.
ü Soundproofed music studios, instrument rooms, and bright and airy drama spaces.
ü A 25-metre swimming pool, fitness studios, gyms, and all-weather pitches.
ü Dedicated primary and secondary libraries.
A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT LIKE NO OTHER
At Compass International School Doha, all three of our campuses - Gharaffa, Madinat Khalifa and Themaid, are inspiring places that will nurture your child’s talents, interests, and passions.
USING TECHNOLOGY TO REIMAGINE LEARNING
Being part of the Nord Anglia family of schools means access to the latest Ed Tech.
Our secure Global Campus platform connects students from 81 schools across 32 countries, enabling one-of-a-kind learning opportunities. Teaching collaboration and creative thinking, your child will take part in global projects and connect with different cultures, giving them the skills they need to succeed – both now and in the future.
Nord Anglia is also transforming how we teach through multi-million dollar investments in the world's best learning technologies and data analysis. Partnerships with MIT and Apple will take our physical and online spaces to the next level, giving our students even more to get excited about.
WELCOMING YOU TO COMPASS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL DOHA
The best way to get a feel for our vibrant school community is by coming to see us. Get in touch with our admissions team to book your tour of our Gharaffa, Madinat Khalifa and Themaid campuses.
Benefits of joining Nord Anglia Education
When you join a Nord Anglia Education school, you join a global community of more than 10,000 people working together to support our students’ success. We offer you unsurpassed opportunities to innovate and develop best practice across our family, to access extensive professional development, and to gain exceptional experience and career development in our schools. At Nord Anglia, you will have opportunities to progress more, learn more, and collaborate more.
We offer career and development opportunities that come with being part of our global organisation. Nord Anglia University unites our team through a vibrant online platform which harnesses the collective expertise of their peers in an exchange of knowledge, ideas and best practice. We also provide extensive online and face-to-face professional development through Nord Anglia University to ensure that our teachers don’t just maintain their skills, they develop at the cutting edge of educational thinking.
Our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF and King’s College London, offers our teachers unrivalled access to leading experts in their fields. We also offer selected candidates from our staff worldwide an opportunity to earn their Executive Master’s in International Education in an exclusive collaboration with King’s College London.
Alongside great training and a competitive package, you’ll enjoy the chance to live and work in one of the worlds' most vibrant cities.
As a Nord Anglia Education teacher, you enjoy the benefits of:
ü A fast-paced, global experience so that you can progress on a global scale
ü An enabling environment founded on creativity, challenge and collaboration
ü A culture which is fair and consultative
ü Unique opportunities to grow professionally and develop your career