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Music Teacher for Maternity Cover in Lower School (Foundation Stage 1 to Year 2)- January to May Three days per week
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 Music Teacher to cover maternity leave. 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 Music
- 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.
What We Offer
- A competitive, tax-free salary
- Opportunities for high-quality professional development
- Small class sizes and well-resourced learning environments
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.
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.
Temporary Vacancy - Fluent French Speaking Teaching Assistant - Maternity Leave Cover, January to...
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French Speaking Teaching Assistant to cover Maternity Leave
DESS is the premier not-for-profit school in Doha with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching and learning. The school is sponsored by the British Embassy and is a proud member of IAPS, COBIS, and BSME. We are a dynamic Prep School with a clear direction, with learning at the heart of our mission. Our children represent 31 nations (90% British) and together generate a culture of success and enjoyment. Learning is led by an excellent group of adults who work in teams to achieve the highest standards academically, as well as providing a very happy working environment. DESS achieved an Outstanding PENTA inspection in May 2017, a COBIS inspection in March 2023 and a BSO Inspection in May 2023, when we achieved Outstanding in all areas. DESS was also voted QBBF Organisation of the Year 2017.
We are seeking a French-speaking Teaching Assistant to support maternity leave, January - May 2026
- Who can support pupils during French lessons
- Experience is essential
We Are Offering
- A supportive team
- Excellent facilities
- Term-time working
We look forward to receiving your application. Candidates must promote high standards and expectations and be committed to contributing to the further development of the school.
Please note that all successful applicants will need to provide a Police Clearance from their home country/ICPC certificate for UK passport holders. and police clearance for any country resided in over the last ten years. Copy of birth and marriage certificates and certified copies of their original Education Certificate/s, duly notarised and attested by a notary public in their country of issue. These must be stamped by the Qatar Embassy in the country of issue and then the MoFA stamped in Qatar. Advice can be provided by the school regarding how these can be obtained. We invite you to visit our school website at to find out more about us. We look forward to receiving your application. We reserve the right to close a position once we have received sufficient applications to form a shortlist. Early application is therefore encouraged.
"DESS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and ICPC/Police Clearance certificates will be required. "
Please apply using the online application at - by the 29th of October 2025 at 1.00 pm
Please note that if you are longlisted, you may be asked to answer two video questions. Please check your emails regularly.
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