P.E. Teacher (Female Only) - January 2027

King’s College Riyadh is seeking an inspirational, dynamic, and committed P.E. Teacher (Female Only) to join our growing school for January 2027 . This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a talented team that aims to deliver an exceptional all-round education in one of the region’s most prestigious British-curriculum schools.

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 Riyadh:
King’s College Riyadh is the first UK private school brand to establish a branch in Saudi Arabia, in genuine partnership with King’s College UK, which has been educating pupils in the UK and abroad for over 140 years.

Since opening in 2021, King’s has grown rapidly. Our founding campus in Diriyah provides an exceptional British education for children from Pre-School to Year 6. Purposefully designed for younger learners, it offers a warm, close-knit community where children can build strong foundations, grow in confidence and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Opening in August 2027, our SEDRA Campus will extend the King’s experience, it will initially welcome students from Pre-School to Year 9, expanding year by year to provide a complete British education through to Year 13. Designed around every stage of a child’s educational journey, it will combine outstanding facilities with personalised care, academic ambition and the distinctive character of a King’s education. Kings College Riyadh is fully co-educational from Pre-School through Year 7.

King’s College Riyadh:

• Brings 140 years of educational excellence to Saudi Arabia

• Offers a holistic curriculum, adapted from King’s UK to suit the Saudi context

• Provides exceptional pastoral care and a strong sense of community

• Creating outstanding career development opportunities within an international school network
  

The partnership with King’s College UK is central to the school’s success. Collaboration in areas such as vision and ethos, curriculum design, professional development, and co-curricular activities ensures the highest international standards. Pupils and staff in Riyadh benefit directly from the expertise and reputation that King’s College has built over nearly a century and a half.

The school balances academic achievement with a strong emphasis on sport, music, the arts, and a wide range of activities. Central to this is its commitment to pastoral care: pupils thrive when they feel happy, supported, and secure. Staff work to foster a warm, inclusive community where every child has trusted peers and adults to turn to, ensuring they feel valued and connected.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring P.E. Teacher (Female Only) to deliver high-quality Physical Education across the Pre-Prep and Prep School. The successful candidate will foster a love of sport, promote teamwork and resilience, and create inclusive, engaging lessons that support all learners. She will contribute to our co-curricular sports programme, uphold excellent pastoral care, and actively model the school’s values. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing British-curriculum school and make a positive impact on pupils’ physical and personal development.

This role requires a teacher who is committed to developing pupils academically, socially, and personally—ensuring each child achieves their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching and Learning

• Promote a strong work ethic, passion for Physical Education, and a culture of high expectations.

• Deliver a broad, balanced, and engaging PE curriculum in line with school schemes of work.

• Contribute to curriculum development and planning at long-, medium- and short-term levels.

• Create high-quality learning experiences that enable all pupils to reach their full potential.

• Plan and deliver well-structured, creative lessons that meet the needs of all learners.

• Maintain excellent behaviour and use school behaviour systems effectively.

• Teach and model positive attitudes, teamwork, sportsmanship and resilience.

• Differentiate provision to ensure every pupil can access and enjoy learning.

• Demonstrate secure subject knowledge and stay informed of best practice.

• Set challenging targets and use a variety of strategies, technologies and resources.

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

• Analyse pupil progress data to inform planning, reporting and target-setting.

• Provide pupils with regular, constructive feedback.

• Engage with parents through meetings, updates, and communication as required.

• Follow the school’s SEN and EAL policies.

• Participate fully in the co-curricular and school activity programme, including sports fixtures, clubs and events.

School Values & Ethos

• Actively promote the school’s vision through enthusiastic involvement in all areas of school life.

• Support the school’s commitment to providing an all-round, outstanding education for every pupil.

• Set consistently high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.

• Hold the highest aspirations for all pupils, both inside and outside the classroom.

• Provide exceptional pastoral care.

• Respect and support the culture and traditions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safeguarding policies and ensure concerns are reported promptly in accordance with school procedures.

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing.

• Fully engage in all required safeguarding training.

Pastoral Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils at break and lunchtimes as required.

• Support pupils’ physical, emotional and social development.

• Promote courtesy, good manners, and respectful relationships.

• Encourage high standards of personal hygiene.

• Maintain discipline in line with school policies.

• Apply the rewards and sanctions systems consistently.

• Remain mindful of cultural sensitivities.

Management

• Uphold all school policies, including Health & Safety, during all activities, lessons and movement around school.

• Maintain a safe, purposeful and well-organised learning environment.

• Work effectively with teaching assistants and colleagues.

• Promote strong home-school partnerships and positive relationships with parents.

• Stay informed about school procedures and documentation.

• Liaise with colleagues on matters relating to curriculum and pupil development.

Other Duties

• Register pupils’ attendance as required.

• Take on co-curricular activities (CCAs) in line with school expectations.

• Organise or participate in educational visits where appropriate.

• Support and attend school events, including those outside the school day (e.g., performances, sports fixtures).

• Maintain academic and pastoral records.

• Attend departmental, year group and whole-school meetings.

• Engage in CPD and, where possible, contribute to leading training.

• Provide internal cover as required.

• Participate actively in the wider life of the school.

• Fulfil rota duties.

• Support and participate in House events.

• Maintain punctuality and professionalism at all times.

• Use school information platforms (e.g., iSAMS).

• Uphold high standards of dress in line with cultural expectations.

Professional Expectations

• Uphold and promote the school’s vision, values and culture, including local Saudi cultural expectations.

• Maintain high standards of professional conduct, integrity, punctuality and presentation.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to school development and CPD.

• Ensure full compliance with all safeguarding and child protection requirements.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s Degree /PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification /Qualified Teacher Status.

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant teaching experience (Essential).

• Experience teaching the UK National Curriculum (Essential).

• A proven ability to inspire, motivate, and engage pupils of all abilities (Essential).

• Strong classroom management and pastoral skills (Essential).

• Experience working with EAL learners (Desirable).

• An understanding of the expectations of UK independent and international schools (Desirable).

Why Join King’s College Riyadh?

At King’s College Riyadh, you’ll be more than just a leader — you’ll be a change-maker shaping the future of a rapidly growing school.

• Bring 140+ years of British educational excellence to the heart of Riyadh.

• Play a pivotal role in an ambitious school on an exciting growth journey.\

• Join a supportive leadership team that values innovation, creativity, and collaboration.

• Inspire teachers, empower students, and leave a lasting legacy.
  

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 Riyadh. Due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

King’s College Riyadh 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.

Kings College Riyadh is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging (DEIJB) ensures that every student and staff member feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive in a culture of belonging. We welcome applications from professionals who share our passion for safeguarding and inclusion.