Prep School Sports Coaches

We are looking to recruit one male and one female Prep School Sport Coaches.

Doha English Speaking School is Doha's leading not-for-profit school, renowned for its outstanding reputation in teaching and learning. In March 2023, DESS was rated Outstanding by PENTA International. The school is a proud member of prestigious organisations such as IAPS and BSME.

As a dynamic preparatory school with a clear vision, we place learning at the heart of our mission. Our students represent 45 nationalities (with 62% being British), creating a vibrant culture of success and enjoyment. Led by a dedicated and talented team of educators, we work collaboratively to uphold the highest academic standards while fostering a joyful and supportive working environment.

Having received Outstanding judgments in all 7 areas of the last BSO (British Schools Overseas) inspection, you will be joining a fast-paced dynamic school which is a thriving organisation in Doha, Qatar, with highly supportive and collaborative structures to promote ongoing growth and development.

We are looking for

• A relevant coaching qualification/experience, e.g., multi-sports, football, athletics
• Experience working with children
• Experience supporting school fixtures or extracurricular programmes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach
• English should be your first language
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Level 2 Swimming Qualification (or willingness to work toward)
• First Aid qualification

We are offering:

• Term-time working
• Small classes
• Excellent facilities
• Tax-free salary

Candidates will be required to have their educational certificates attested by a notary public and stamped by the Qatari Embassy in the country where they were issued, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stamp in Qatar.

Interviews will be held in May 2026, and shortlisted candidates will be observed teaching (Interviews will be arranged in Doha for those already living locally or via video call for international candidates).

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.

Doha English Speaking School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate must be willing to undergo enhanced safeguarding checks and provide an ICPC (International Child Protection Certificate) or a local national equivalent, as well as a police clearance for any country of residence over the last ten years. We also require a copy of your birth certificate, and marriage certificate or deed poll documents for any name changes.

The closing date is the 30th of May 2026

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