Math Teacher (Secondary) - August 2026

King’s College Doha is hiring a passionate Math Teacher (Secondary) for August 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape creativity, innovation, and technical excellence in young minds.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger; ensuring they get an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

About King’s College Doha:

King’s College Doha offers the international community of Qatar an outstanding UK-style independent school education in some of the best facilities that the region has to offer. After a hugely successful opening in September 2016, the School has established itself as one of the leading schools in Doha.

The partnership with our UK sister school, King’s College Taunton, is a great source of strength. Significant collaboration in areas such as vision and ethos, curriculum planning, professional development and co-curriculum opportunities, ensures that we maintain high standards of education. Through our partnership, both children and teachers in Doha benefit from the expertise and reputation King’s College UK has built over the past 150 years.

King’s College Doha provides:

• a premium, diverse British curriculum in an international context;

• academic excellence for all;

• outstanding pastoral care and opportunities for personal development;

• a broad range of co-curricular activities as part of a fulfilling school day.
  

We combine an academic focus with a broad co-curriculum, offering all our students an extended and fulfilling day. Underpinning our curriculum is the value we attach to pastoral care. We understand that children fulfil their potential when they feel happy, supported and at ease in their surroundings. All members of staff work hard to build a strong sense of community and promote supportive relationships, ensuring that children know that they always have a peer or an adult to whom they can talk.

King’s College Doha currently caters for over 1700 children, aged 3 to 18 (Pre-School to Year 13) and will continue to expand as we grow our 6th Form.

• Pre-Prep                         Pre-School (EY1) – Year 2

• Prep                                  Year 3 – Year 8

• Senior School                Year 9 – Year 13
  

The School campuses are conveniently located in the district of Al Thumama and Mesaimeer, easily accessible from all parts of Doha and only a twenty-minute drive from the City centre. Our impressive campuses offer superb facilities. For the Prep and Senior School, these include a dedicated library, a central atrium, science labs, an art and design centre, music and drama classrooms and practice rooms, several computer labs, a sports hall, swimming pool and copious amounts of outdoor sports facilities.  On our Pre-Prep Campus, we have equally impressive, child centred facilities, specifically designed around Pre-Prep aged pupils.

Recently, King's College Doha successfully achieved the Qatar National Schools Accreditation highest accolade and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME). According to the Ministry of Education, King's College Doha is rated among the most outstanding schools in Doha.

Role Overview:

King’s College Doha is seeking an outstanding Mathematics Teacher to join our Senior School team for August 2026 . The successful candidate will teach pupils from Years 9 to 13 and may also take on the role of Form Tutor .

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire pupils through high-quality teaching, support their academic achievement, and contribute to the wider school community. For the right candidate, leadership opportunities may be available .

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Foster a love of Mathematics, a strong work ethic, and a culture of high expectations where all pupils are supported to achieve their potential.

• Plan and deliver well-structured, engaging, and creative lessons tailored to the needs of all learners.

• Work collaboratively within the Mathematics Department to plan the curriculum and schemes of work.

• Align teaching with the school’s curriculum development plan and standards associated with Common Entrance and external assessments.

• Set challenging learning goals, using a range of strategies, resources, and technologies to support pupil progress.

• Provide regular written and verbal feedback, encouraging pupils to reflect on and respond to feedback effectively.

• Assess, record, and report pupil achievement in line with school procedures.

• Provide additional academic support to pupils as required.

Pastoral and Wider School Life

• Undertake pastoral/supervisory duties, including Form Tutor responsibilities if required.

• Contribute to the holistic development of pupils through involvement in enrichment activities.

• Attend assemblies, departmental meetings, parents’ evenings, and school events.

• Act as an exemplary role model for pupils and contribute to the school’s positive image.

Curriculum Development

• Develop innovative teaching methods to stimulate learning.

• Create high-quality, subject-specific learning activities.

• Assist in sourcing and managing teaching resources.

• Ensure vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment.

• Analyse and act on assessment data to ensure outstanding pupil progress.

• Regularly review personal practice and take responsibility for professional development.

Person Specification

(Essential=E, Desirable= D)

• Excellent working knowledge of the UK National Curriculum or equivalent.(E)

• High levels of subject knowledge.(E)

• A minimum of two years’ relevant teaching experience.(E)

• A good degree from a recognised university.(E)

• PGCE, QTS, or equivalent teaching qualification.(E)

• Strong organisational, administrative, and communication skills.(E)

• Ability to inspire pupils and foster a love of learning.(E)

• Willingness to contribute fully to all aspects of school life. (E)

• Experience teaching pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL).(D)

• Experience working in the independent school sector.(D)

• Emerging leadership qualities and potential for future leadership roles.(D)

Professional Expectations

As a member of King’s College Doha, you will:

• Act with integrity, professionalism, and transparency.

• Adhere to the Qatari Code of Ethics.

• Contribute to school self-evaluation, appraisal, and performance processes.

• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and support school-wide initiatives.

• Attend meetings, school events, and extra-curricular activities.

Our Offer:

The successful candidate will benefit from accommodation allowance, private medical cover, flight allowances, end of service gratuity and an attractive tax-free salary. In addition, there will be a significant commitment to supporting the development and career goals of the successful candidates.

Applications can be submitted via the TES online application form, only fully completed application will be processed. To support your application, please include your current, up-to-date CV.

Interviews will take place online/ in person.

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process.

Thank you for your interest in King’s College Doha. Due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

King’s College Doha and Cognita are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expect the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 10 years.