Teacher of Business Studies
King’s College Doha is hiring a passionate teacher of business studies (secondary) for August 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape creativity, innovation, and technical excellence in young minds.
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 is 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 shares the highest school ranking in Qatar and aspires to set the standard for British schools across the Middle East.
As such, King’s offers an exceptional career opportunity for teachers with the highest personal and professional standards. Our new teachers will be expected to grasp the amazing opportunity of working at a British independent school overseas that carries the King’s College name – with all that entails – and which now aspires to develop its global reputation for excellence.
In return, applicants will enjoy a range of exciting opportunities for professional development, including bespoke teaching and leadership opportunities with our partners in the United Kingdom.
This is a very exciting time to be joining the school, which is rapidly expanding and is now located on two iconic campuses. This expansion presents unrivalled opportunities for rapid career progression over the years ahead.
The high number of posts currently available reflects the school’s ongoing expansion, increasing numbers on roll, and the continued growth of our Sixth Form.
Educational excellence across two iconic campuses
Since August 2023, King’s College Doha has been located in the districts of Al Thumama (Pre-Prep School) and Mesaimeer (Prep and Senior Schools), which are a ten-minute drive from one another, are easily accessible from most parts of Doha and are only a twenty-minute drive from the city centre.
Our impressive Al Thumama Campus is the only facility in the capital that caters exclusively for 3–7-year-olds, and includes a dedicated library, a central atrium, a STEAM lab, an art and design centre, music and drama classrooms and practice rooms, a Mac lab, a sports hall, an outdoor 25-metre pool with learner area, and outdoor games courts.
The Mesaimeer Campus, opened in August 2023 and was designed by award-winning architects to offer the highest quality facilities and learning environment for older children in the city.
These include a state-of-the-art Performing Arts and Media Centre, a 17,000m² Sports Academy including a double sports hall, swimming pool, dance studio and fitness suite, basketball and tennis courts, an Art and Design Centre and an inspiring STEAM Centre.
Role overview:
King’s College Doha is seeking a dynamic and passionate business studies teacher to join our Senior School team, teaching pupils from Years 10 to 13. The successful candidate may also take on the role of form tutor.
This is an exciting opportunity to inspire students through high-quality teaching, develop their understanding of the business world, and contribute to the broader life of the school. For the right candidate, leadership opportunities may be available.
Key responsibilities
Teaching and learning
Deliver well-planned, engaging, and creative lessons tailored to the needs of all pupils.
Foster a passion for business studies and a culture of high expectations.
Collaborate with the department to plan curriculum and schemes of work.
Work with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure subject provision aligns with the school’s development plan and assessment standards.
Set challenging learning goals, using varied strategies, resources, and technologies.
Provide regular feedback and encourage pupils to reflect and act on it.
Support pupils academically as required, including preparation for external examinations.
Pastoral and wider school life
Undertake pastoral and supervisory duties as required.
Attend assemblies, departmental meetings, parents’ evenings, school functions, and other staff events.
Act as a positive role model and contribute to the school’s image and ethos.
Participate in extra-curricular activities, school-organised events, and enrichment programs.
Curriculum development
Develop high-quality, creative subject-specific activities.
Assist in sourcing and managing teaching resources.
Ensure vertical and horizontal curriculum articulation.
Analyse and act on assessment data to ensure outstanding pupil progress.
Regularly review teaching practice and take responsibility for professional development.
Person specification
(Essential = E, Desirable = D)
Excellent working knowledge of the UK National Curriculum or equivalent. (E)
High levels of subject knowledge in business studies. (E)
A minimum of two years’ relevant teaching experience. (E)
A good degree from a recognised university. (E)
PGCE, QTS, or equivalent teaching qualification. (E)
Strong organisational, administrative, and communication skills. (E)
Ability to inspire pupils and foster a love of learning. (E)
Willingness to contribute fully to all aspects of school life. (E)
Experience teaching pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL). (D)
Experience working in the independent school sector. (D)
Emerging leadership qualities and potential for future leadership roles. (D)
Professional expectations
As a member of King’s College Doha, you will:
Act with integrity, professionalism, and transparency.
Adhere to the Qatari Code of Ethics.
Contribute to school self-evaluation, appraisal, and performance processes.
Collaborate effectively as part of a team and support school-wide initiatives.
Attend meetings, school events, and extra-curricular activities.
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 applications will be processed. To support your application, please include your current, up-to-date CV.
Interviews will take place online or 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.