About This Role
Join Our Outstanding Team at Sherborne Qatar
Sherborne Qatar, a prestigious British school in Doha, is seeking a passionate and experienced Teacher of Physical Education to join our dynamic team. As a member of Qatar’s Supreme Education Council’s Outstanding Schools Programme, we take pride in our commitment to academic excellence and character development. Our affiliation with the historic Sherborne School in the UK, founded in 1550, ensures a legacy of high-quality education and holistic student development.
About Us
At Sherborne Qatar, we prioritise academic excellence, small class sizes, outstanding pastoral care, and a rich extracurricular programme to develop well-rounded, high-achieving pupils. We are committed to fostering creativity, communication, curiosity, independence, resilience, and a willingness to take risks in our students.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teacher of Physical Education who is committed to delivering high-quality PE lessons and inspiring pupils to develop their physical skills, confidence, and overall well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving school and make a meaningful contribution to students’ physical education and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, dynamic, and inclusive PE lessons
Develop and implement a curriculum that promotes fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship
Organise and lead extracurricular sports activities, fixtures, and school events
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment where pupils can thrive
Assess pupils’ progress effectively and provide constructive feedback
Maintain up-to-date subject and curriculum knowledge
Contribute to the wider life of the school, including enrichment programmes
Participate in professional development, including INSET and CPD
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
A recognised teaching qualification (B.Ed, PGCE, PGDE, or equivalent) from a UK university
Proven experience teaching Physical Education within a British curriculum setting
Strong lesson planning and curriculum development skills
A passion for teaching and commitment to pupil achievement
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
Desirable
Experience teaching Physical Education within a British curriculum environment
Recent teaching experience in the UK
Experience teaching swimming, with a recognised swimming instructor qualification
An interest or experience in teaching across different age groups
Safeguarding and Child Protection
Sherborne Qatar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, an online search will be conducted as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
For further information about Sherborne Qatar, please visit: https://www.sherborneqatar.org/
We look forward to receiving your application!