King’s College Doha is seeking a passionate Teacher of Design & Technology (DT) for August 2026 to inspire creativity, innovation, and technical excellence across the Secondary School.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing British international school and contribute to a vibrant DT and STEM provision.
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 King’s College Doha:
King’s College Doha offers the international community of Qatar an outstanding UK-style independent school education in some of the best facilities that the region has to offer. After a hugely successful opening in September 2016, the School has established itself as one of the leading schools in Doha.
The partnership with our UK sister school, King’s College Taunton, is a great source of strength. Significant collaboration in areas such as vision and ethos, curriculum planning, professional development and co-curriculum opportunities, ensures that we maintain high standards of education. Through our partnership, both children and teachers in Doha benefit from the expertise and reputation King’s College UK has built over the past 150 years.
King’s College Doha provides:
• a premium, diverse British curriculum in an international context;
• academic excellence for all;
• outstanding pastoral care and opportunities for personal development;
• a broad range of co-curricular activities as part of a fulfilling school day.
We combine an academic focus with a broad co-curriculum, offering all our students an extended and fulfilling day. Underpinning our curriculum is the value we attach to pastoral care. We understand that children fulfil their potential when they feel happy, supported and at ease in their surroundings. All members of staff work hard to build a strong sense of community and promote supportive relationships, ensuring that children know that they always have a peer or an adult to whom they can talk.
King’s College Doha currently caters for over 1700 children, aged 3 to 18 (Pre-School to Year 13) and will continue to expand as we grow our 6th Form.
• Pre-Prep Pre-School (EY1) – Year 2
• Prep Year 3 – Year 8
• Senior School Year 9 – Year 13
The School campuses are conveniently located in the district of Al Thumama and Mesaimeer, easily accessible from all parts of Doha and only a twenty-minute drive from the City centre. Our impressive campuses offer superb facilities. For the Prep and Senior School, these include a dedicated library, a central atrium, science labs, an art and design centre, music and drama classrooms and practice rooms, several computer labs, a sports hall, swimming pool and copious amounts of outdoor sports facilities. On our Pre-Prep Campus, we have equally impressive, child centred facilities, specifically designed around Pre-Prep aged pupils.
Recently, King's College Doha successfully achieved the Qatar National Schools Accreditation highest accolade and is a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME). According to the Ministry of Education, King's College Doha is rated among the most outstanding schools in Doha.
Role Overview:
King’s College Doha is seeking a passionate and skilled Teacher of Design & Technology for August 2026 to deliver outstanding teaching across the Secondary School. The successful candidate will inspire pupils to develop creativity, practical skills, and problem-solving abilities through an engaging and forward-thinking DT curriculum.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning
• Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality lessons in DT that are engaging, challenging, and inclusive.
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans that embed creativity, innovation, and real-world applications.
• Use a range of teaching strategies, including digital tools, to enhance learning.
• Provide constructive feedback to support pupils’ academic growth and confidence.
• Prepare pupils effectively for external examinations, including GCSE and BTEC qualifications.
Pupil Enrichment
• Lead and support extracurricular activities such as DT clubs, design competitions, and educational visits.
• Inspire pupils to explore STEM and DT-related pathways and careers.
Pastoral Responsibilities
• Contribute to pupils’ holistic development through pastoral care.
• Support the wider school community through co-curricular and enrichment activities.
Curriculum Development
• Design engaging learning activities that stimulate curiosity and deepen understanding.
• Develop high-quality, creative subject-specific resources.
• Assist in sourcing and managing specialist DT resources and materials.
• Ensure strong vertical and horizontal curriculum alignment.
• Analyse pupil progress data and take action to ensure outstanding outcomes.
• Regularly review practice and engage in continuous professional development.
Person Specification
(Essential=E, Desirable= D)
• Excellent working knowledge of Secondary DT curriculum (E)
• High levels of subject knowledge (E)
• Minimum of two years’ relevant teaching experience (E)
• Experience teaching resistant materials, CAD, and practical engineering within DT (E)
• Experience teaching GCSE and BTEC Level 2/3 DT (E)
• A recognised teaching qualification (E)
• A good degree from an established university (E)
• Ability to inspire pupils and stretch the most able while supporting all learners (E)
• Strong organisational, communication, and teamwork skills (E)
• Commitment to contributing to all aspects of school life (E)
• Experience working with pupils with English as an Additional Language (D)
• Experience in the independent school sector (D)
Professional Expectations
As a member of King’s College Doha, you will:
• Act with professionalism, integrity and transparency at all times.
• Adhere to the Qatari Code of Ethics and school policies.
• Contribute positively to school evaluation, development and wider community life.
• Work collaboratively, supporting leadership decisions and fostering a strong team culture.
Our Offer:
The successful candidate will benefit from accommodation allowance, private medical cover, flight allowances, end of service gratuity and an attractive tax-free salary. In addition, there will be a significant commitment to supporting the development and career goals of the successful candidates.
Applications can be submitted via the TES online application form, only fully completed application will be processed. To support your application, please include your current, up-to-date CV.
Interviews will take place online/ in person.
The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process.
Thank you for your interest in King’s College Doha. Due to the large number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
King’s College Doha 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.
