Shape the Future. Champion Excellence. Step into a Key Leadership Role at a Leading International School in Qatar.

Overview

Step into a pivotal leadership role at one of Qatar’s top international schools, where innovation, academic excellence, and holistic development are at the heart of everything they do. As Deputy Head of Secondary, you will play a key role in shaping a dynamic learning environment that empowers both students and staff to thrive.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking school community, supporting the Head of Secondary in driving strategic initiatives, enhancing teaching and learning, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Bring your expertise, your passion for education, and your commitment to nurturing future-ready learners. Make a meaningful impact—and a life-changing move—to Qatar.

The school

This institution in Qatar offers a comprehensive educational journey for boys. The curriculum includes IGCSEs, AS Levels, and the national secondary qualification, with a strong focus on leadership, innovation, and university readiness.

With a student body of over 1,500 and a staff of more than 250, the school fosters a vibrant, inclusive environment. It is accredited by both local and international bodies and is committed to developing lifelong learners equipped with the skills and character to thrive in a global context.

Job highlights

• International Environment: Join a diverse, values-driven school community committed to academic excellence and character development.
• Curriculum Leadership: Support the implementation of a rigorous British curriculum, including IGCSEs and A-Levels, with a strong emphasis on student achievement and holistic growth.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a dedicated leadership team to foster innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement across the secondary phase.
• Strategic Impact: Contribute to whole-school development planning, staff professional growth, and the enhancement of teaching and learning practices.
• Values-Based Education: Help shape a learning environment grounded in moral and cultural principles, preparing students to be responsible global citizens
• Modern Facilities: Benefit from purpose-built learning spaces and a well-resourced campus designed to support 21st-century education.

The ideal candidate

• Experienced Leader: Proven track record in middle or senior leadership within a secondary school setting, ideally in an international or British curriculum context.
• Curriculum Expertise: Deep understanding of the British curriculum, including IGCSEs and A-Levels, with the ability to support curriculum development and academic excellence.
• Instructional Leadership: Skilled in coaching and mentoring teachers, leading professional development, and driving high-impact teaching and learning strategies.
• Strategic Thinker: Capable of contributing to whole-school planning, policy development, and the implementation of improvement initiatives.
• Student-Centred: Committed to fostering student wellbeing, personal development, and a positive school culture rooted in respect, responsibility, and resilience.
• Culturally Aware: Sensitive to the values and traditions of the local context, with the ability to lead inclusively in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Effective Communicator: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and collaboration across staff, students, and parents.
• Resilient and Adaptable: Calm under pressure, solution-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving educational landscape.

Facts & Figures

• Location: Doha, Qatar
• Job type: Contract
• Duration: Renewable contract
• Benefits: Visa, flights, furnished accommodation and medical insurance
• Salary range: Competitive and tax-free in line with market conditions and experience

About ASQ:  the perfect match between international schools and candidates

ASQ International partners with a number of exceptional international schools globally to offer the latest and best selection of educational positions. 

Kindly send your CV to: Jacqui Truelove or apply directly online at www.asq-international.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

If your application has been successful, we will contact you within 5 days.

Please note, even if you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will keep your details on file in the ASQ International talent pool, for future international positions.