Secondary Teacher of Mathematics- August 2026 Female Only

Downe House Riyadh is seeking an exceptional and dedicated Secondary Mathematics Teacher to join our growing school from August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high performing department and to inspire pupils through outstanding teaching and a deep passion for mathematics.

The successful candidate will deliver high quality lessons across the Secondary phase, ensuring excellent progress for all learners. They will be committed to our school values, bring strong subject knowledge, and actively contribute to the wider school community.

Key Responsibilities School Values and Ethos

• Actively promote our unique vision and the Downe House Potential through enthusiastic participation in all areas of school life.
• Share and support the School's commitment to providing an outstanding, all round education for all pupils.
• Set consistently high expectations that inspire, motivate and challenge pupils.
• Maintain the highest aspirations for pupils' development and achievements, both academically and personally.
• Offer excellent pastoral care for all pupils.

Curriculum

• Teach a broad, balanced and relevant mathematics curriculum, contributing to schemes of work, teaching materials and assessment strategies.
• Facilitate high quality learning that enables all pupils to achieve their full potential.
• Deliver well planned, engaging and creative lessons that meet the needs of all learners.
• Differentiate effectively, ensuring every pupil can access the learning and make excellent progress.
• Demonstrate excellent subject knowledge across all relevant mathematical areas, including A Level content.
• Set challenging learning goals and use varied strategies, technologies and resources to support achievement.
• Assess, record and report on pupil progress in line with school procedures.
• Provide pupils with regular written and oral feedback and promote meaningful reflection.
• Engage fully in the school's extra curricular and activity programmes.

Management

• Follow and implement school policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, purposeful and well managed learning environment.
• Make effective use of teaching assistants to support learning where applicable.
• Build strong relationships with parents and contribute positively to the home-school partnership.

Professional Standards

• Attend assemblies, departmental meetings, parents' evenings, school functions and staff meetings.
• Participate actively in professional development and training opportunities.
• Model exemplary behaviour and uphold high standards of professionalism, timekeeping and presentation.
• Take responsibility for self reflection, professional improvement and high quality teaching practice.
• Maintain productive and collaborative working relationships with colleagues.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Comply with all safeguarding policies and procedures, reporting any concerns appropriately.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Engage fully in all required safeguarding training.

Person Specification

(E = Essential, D = Desired)

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from a good university. (E)
• UK PGCE (or equivalent) if B.Ed. not held. (E)
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). (E)
• At least three years of high quality Mathematics teaching experience. (E)
• Excellent knowledge of the UK National Curriculum, including A Level Mathematics. (E)
• Strong academic background and professional credibility. (E)
• Understanding of the demands of a UK independent day school environment. (D)
• Commitment to academic progress and safeguarding. (E)
• Experience in Mathematics curriculum development. (E)
• Knowledge of current educational developments and best practice. (E)
• Experience teaching EAL learners. (D)

Personal Qualities

• Ability to challenge and support pupils effectively. (E)
• Ability to inspire a love of learning and enthusiasm for mathematics. (E)
• Understanding of international school contexts. (E)
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. (E)
• Confident use of ICT to enhance teaching and learning. (E)
• Energy, dynamism and a child centred approach. (E)
• Commitment to working within school policies and ethos. (E)
• Positive attitude, resilience and a good sense of humour. (E)
• Willingness to contribute fully to school life beyond the classroom. (E)

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 expects 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.