Specialist Learning Assistant - British Curriculum (Family Sponsored)

Job Overview

About us

Al Khor International School is a 4 to 18, co-educational and non-selective international school. Owned by QatarEnergy LNG (QE-LNG), the world’s largest producer of liquefied natural gas, AKIS caters for the children of the company’s employees. We are one of the largest international schools in the Middle East with approximately 4,000 students across our British and CBSE curriculum schools. The school has exceptional facilities and is located in Al Khor Community, 40 minutes north of Qatar’s capital city Doha.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic specialist learning assistant (cover supervisor) to support the learning and development of students in the secondary school. The successful candidate will be a talented and dynamic individual with the ability to inspire and motivate students. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and welcoming community in one of the leading international schools in the region.

Skills And Qualities

• Bachelor’s degree, teaching certificate preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to student well-being and learning
• High-level of cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Teaching or learning assistant experience in a British or international school preferred
  
  

The role:

• Provide high-quality cover for absent teachers
• Deliver engaging lessons based on departmental plans and schemes of work
• Work closely with subject leaders, teachers and housemasters to ensure high standards of teaching, learning and pastoral care
• Promote positive behaviour and a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Provide effective feedback and support to students
• Carry out administrative tasks and assist in preparing learning resources
• Participate in extra-curricular activities and school events.
  
  

What We Offer

Our excellent compensation package includes:

• A competitive tax-free salary
• High-quality professional learning and development
• End of service benefits
  
  

Recruitment Requirements

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to submit a fully attested degree certificate, transcript, and a police certificate.

Please note that due to government regulations we can only consider applicants who are below 50 years of age.

How To Apply

Please click on this link https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/al-khor-international-school-akis-1057118 and apply on the relevant AKIS job posting.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date

13 September 2025

For further information about the school, please visit https://www.akis.sch.qa

Al Khor International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a thorough criminal records check.