School Nurse

About Us

Doha College is one of the world’s leading British International Schools. Proudly not-for-profit and the only Qatari school listed in both the Spear’s School Index and the Carfax Index of the top 100 private schools worldwide.  Our examination results at (I)GCSE and A-Level are amongst the best of any school of our type globally.

Guided by our motto “Excellence for all, Excellence from all,” our vibrant community celebrates diversity, fosters innovation and is committed to nurturing confident, compassionate and intellectually curious learners.

Our staff are supported through exceptional professional development, including our in-house CPD, leadership training, and a coaching culture that helps every member of staff continue to grow.  We value wellbeing and family life, offering comprehensive support for international relocation, professional growth and personal fulfilment. We also have a comprehensive induction and orientation programme, which enables new staff to navigate the challenges of an international move, including a free on-site crèche for primary-aged children and staff representation on our Board of Governors.

Best of all, our vibrant international student community is a delight to work with, and our innovative approach encourages everyone at the College to bring ideas and a willingness to try new things.

If you are interested in joining our inspiring team, which values your personal and professional growth, and you will bring a commitment to the highest standards, positivity, kindness and warmth, we very much look forward to receiving your application.

The opportunity

We are looking to appoint a School Nurse to join our team from August 2026.

The post holder will be responsible for maintaining the clinic, ensuring that pupils receive appropriate health care and advice to maximise their ability to learn and develop physically, socially and emotionally, and for playing an advisory role in licensing our clinics. 

We are a multicultural organisation that embraces diversity and fosters a friendly, informal work environment.

This is a local hire, unsponsored post. Remuneration is salary only (no additional benefits). Only candidates currently residing in Qatar with family sponsorship will be considered.

About you

We are looking for a warm, skilled and dedicated nurse who is passionate about supporting the health and well-being of your pupils. The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrable nursing experience, ideally in a school, paediatric or similarly child-focused setting, with the ability to manage a busy clinical environment calmly and with care.

• A recognised nursing qualification, with current or eligible registration with the Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP); registration is mandatory for this post.

• A sensitive and compassionate approach to working with children and young people, with the ability to build trust with pupils, parents and staff alike.

• A sound understanding of safeguarding principles and the ability to recognise and respond appropriately to concerns about a child's health or welfare.

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to maintain accurate health records, manage medication protocols and prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate professionally and sensitively with families and colleagues at all levels.

• An administrative aptitude and comfort with digital record-keeping systems; a background in health administration is a desirable advantage.

A relevant post-registration qualification or experience in school nursing, paediatrics or community health would be an advantage. Experience working in an international or British-curriculum school setting would also be welcomed.

Please note this is a local hire, unsponsored position; remuneration is salary only, with no additional benefits. Only candidates currently residing in Qatar under family sponsorship will be considered.

We are a multicultural organisation that embraces diversity and provides a friendly, collegiate and professional working environment. Above all, you will be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of every pupil at Doha College.

How to Apply

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Closing date: Wednesday, 17 June 2026

The school reserves the right to conduct interviews and make appointments before the closing date.

We expect to receive a high number of applications and it will not be possible to respond to every applicant. Should you not hear from us within 7 days of the closing date you have not been successful this time, but we thank you for your interest. Furthermore, we encourage interested candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to begin interviewing before the stated closing date.

We will collect references for candidates invited to attend the interviews. Reference from the current / most recent employer is mandatory prior to interview.

Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal records check. Teaching staff will also be subject to a Barred List and Prohibition from Teaching Check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here:

As an equal opportunities employer, Doha College is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society and leads to a cognitive diversity that promotes excellence in all areas.