Teaching Assistant Vacancy

We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant for an immediate start. English must be your first language.

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, having 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.

• Experience is essential
• Candidates with English as their first language
• Candidates who are thoughtful practitioners and enjoy being part of a team
• Candidates must possess a minimum of English and Maths at GCSE level and be confident in both subjects
  
  

We Are Offering

• Tax-free salary
• Term-time working
• Opportunities for professional development
• Small classes
• Excellent facilities
  
  

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 an 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 www.dess.org 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 https://dess.breezy.hr/

Please note that if you are longlisted, you may be asked to answer two video questions. Please check your emails regularly.