Foundation Stage One Class Teacher - January 2026

Foundation Stage One Class Teacher

Doha English Speaking School (DESS) is the leading not-for-profit preparatory school in Qatar, renowned for its excellence in teaching and learning. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by PENTA International in May 2017 and awarded the QBBF Organisation of the Year, DESS has a long-standing reputation as a centre of educational excellence. We are proud to be sponsored by the British Embassy and are active members of IAPS, COBIS, and BSME.

Our dynamic school community includes children from 45 nationalities (over 60% British), all united in a shared culture of academic achievement and a love for learning. At DESS, learning is at the heart of everything we do.

We Are Seeking

An enthusiastic, experienced, and committed Foundation Stage One Teacher to join our outstanding Early Years team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment that values creativity, curiosity, and child-centred learning.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Holds a Bachelor of Education (or equivalent) with specialisation in Early Years
• Is an inspirational and reflective classroom practitioner
• Has strong knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum
• Promotes high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour
• Works collaboratively as part of a supportive and passionate team
• Is committed to innovation, professional growth, and the ongoing development of the school.
  
  

What We Offer

• A competitive, tax-free salary
• Opportunities for high-quality professional development
• Small class sizes and well-resourced learning environments
• Fully furnished, air-conditioned accommodation (for sponsored staff)
• Free utilities (for sponsored staff)
• Access to on-site sports and swimming facilities
• Annual return airfares to the UK (for sponsored staff)
• Private health insurance (for sponsored staff)
• The chance to live and work in one of the world’s safest, sunniest, and fastest-growing cities.
  
  

Safeguarding & Documentation Requirements

DESS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. All successful candidates will be required to provide:

• A valid Police Clearance Certificate
• UK passport holders must submit an ICPC (International Child Protection Certificate)
• Certified and attested educational certificates and transcripts, notarised in the country of issue and stamped by:
• The Qatar Embassy in the country of origin
• The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) in Qatar
• Copies of birth, marriage, or name change documents (if applicable)
  
  

The school can provide guidance and support throughout the documentation and attestation process.

Application Information

The closing date for applications is the 30th of November 2025

Interviews will take place in October/November 2025.

Candidates based in Qatar will be invited for an in-person interview and teaching observation.

International candidates will be interviewed via video call and will be required to submit a teaching video.

Early applications are strongly encouraged, as DESS reserves the right to close the position once a suitable shortlist has been formed.

You may be asked to answer video questions; these will be emailed to you.