Secondary Teacher of Computer- August 2026 Female Only

Secondary Computer / ICT Teacher

Downe House Riyadh is seeking a passionate and forward thinking Secondary Computer / ICT Teacher to join our growing team from August 2026. This role offers an excellent opportunity to strengthen and further develop the ICT Department while benefiting from strong career development and progression opportunities into middle leadership and beyond.

The successful candidate will inspire students through high quality teaching and innovative use of technology, helping pupils to become confident digital citizens and creative problem solvers.

We welcome applications from reflective, innovative practitioners who are eager to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and ambitious learning environment.

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 Downe House Riyadh

Opened in September 2022, Downe House Riyadh delivers a world class British curriculum in partnership with one of the UK's most celebrated girls only private schools. With over a century of excellence, Downe House UK consistently ranks among the country's top five all girls' schools.

Located in the prestigious Aqeeq neighbourhood in northern Riyadh, the school offers a British curriculum enriched with Downe House UK's tradition and expertise. The programme is carefully adapted for Saudi Arabia, ensuring girls achieve excellence in Arabic and Islamic Studies alongside core subjects.

The close partnership between the Riyadh and UK schools is evident in both philosophy and practice. At the heart of the Downe House ethos is the individual: every girl's strength, challenges, and interests are recognised, with bespoke pathways that foster confidence and success.

Downe House Riyadh offers

• A first class British education leading to IGCSEs and A Levels
• Academic excellence in girls' education
• Exceptional pastoral care and opportunities for personal growth
• A wide range of co curricular activities

The school nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, and respect for others through strong pastoral systems, personalised tutoring, and a spotlight on every student.

School Structure

• Pre Prep: Nursery to Year 2 (ages 2-7)
• Prep: Year 3 to Year 8 (ages 7-13)
• Senior: Year 9 to Year 13 (ages 13-18)

Boys and girls are admitted from Pre School to Year 4.

The state of the art campus features dedicated libraries, central atriums, science and design labs, art studios, a 450 seat theatre, music, dance, and drama facilities, IT labs, and both senior and learner swimming pools.

Job Purpose

To make a significant contribution to the development of the ICT Department by delivering outstanding teaching and learning, while supporting students to achieve their full potential in a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities Teaching & Learning

• Plan, prepare and deliver well structured ICT lessons aligned with curriculum objectives.
• Teach a wide range of ICT skills, including coding, digital media, online safety, data handling and hardware/software knowledge.
• Use innovative teaching strategies and digital tools to create engaging and interactive learning experiences.
• Assess, record and report on student progress in line with school policies.
• Differentiate learning to meet the needs of students of all abilities and learning styles.
• Maintain a positive, orderly and supportive learning environment.

Curriculum

• Deliver a broad, balanced and relevant ICT curriculum.
• Contribute to the planning and development of schemes of work, teaching resources and assessments.
• Ensure lessons are creative, well planned and inclusive.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across ICT and Computing.
• Set ambitious goals and use a range of resources and technologies to support learning.
• Follow school procedures for assessment, recording and reporting.
• Provide regular, high quality feedback to support pupil progress.
• Participate fully in extra curricular and enrichment programmes.

School Values & Ethos

• Actively promote the school's vision and the Downe House Potential.
• Support the commitment to delivering an outstanding, holistic education.
• Set high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Maintain high aspirations for pupils' academic and personal development.
• Provide excellent pastoral care for all pupils.

Management

• Implement school policies and procedures consistently.
• Maintain a safe, purposeful and well managed classroom environment.
• Work effectively with teaching assistants where required.
• Develop strong home school partnerships through positive communication.

Professional Standards

• Attend assemblies, meetings, parents' evenings and school events.
• Engage fully in professional development and training opportunities.
• Act as a positive role model for pupils.
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, punctuality and presentation.
• Reflect on practice and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Build positive and productive working relationships with colleagues.

Safeguarding

• Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Report concerns promptly in line with school policy.
• Demonstrate a strong personal commitment to pupil well being.
• Participate fully in safeguarding training.

Person Specification

(E = Essential, D = Desired)

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in ICT, Computer Science or a closely related subject. (E)
• UK PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification. (E)
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). (E)
• Minimum of three years' successful ICT teaching experience. (E)
• Excellent working knowledge of the UK National Curriculum, including BTEC. (E)
• Strong academic background and professional credibility. (E)
• Commitment to academic progress, pupil welfare and safeguarding. (E)
• Up to date knowledge of educational developments and best practice. (E)
• Experience working within a UK independent or international school environment. (D)
• Experience teaching students with English as an Additional Language (EAL). (D)

Personal Qualities

• Ability to challenge and support learners of all abilities.
• Genuine passion for teaching and learning.
• Understanding of international school communities.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Confident use of ICT to enhance learning.
• Energy, enthusiasm and resilience.
• Positive attitude and sense of humour.
• Willingness to contribute beyond the classroom.

Why Join Downe House Riyadh?

• Be part of a prestigious, globally connected school with a reputation for excellence.
• Work within a supportive and professional team that values collaboration and innovation.
• Gain experience in a dynamic international school setting while contributing to a meaningful short term project.

Our Offer

The successful candidate will benefit from an attractive tax free salary. In addition, there will be a significant commitment to supporting the development and career goals of the successful candidates.

Downe House Riyadh School 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.

Thank you for your interest in Downe House Riyadh. Due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.