m2r Education are partnering with a leading British International School in Al Khobar who are seeking an Assistant Headteacher for the Senior School to start in the new academic year.
With a state-of-the-art campus, the school is renowned for its academic excellence, trusted teaching cohorts, and student success. They are committed to professional growth and providing the best possible learning environment for students and staff.
As the Assistant Headteacher, you will play a key role in supporting the Headteacher and Deputy Head Teacher in driving high standards, promoting excellent teaching and learning and fostering a positive, inclusive pastoral culture that supports the wellbeing and success of all pupils. The role will include a reduced teaching commitment, allowing the Assistant Headteacher to maintain a strong presence in the classroom while balancing wider whole-school leadership responsibilities.
Responsibilities:
*Contribute to the development, communication, and implementation of the school’s vision, values, and strategic improvement priorities.
*Promote consistently high-quality teaching across the school through coaching, mentoring, and support.
*Oversee or support the development of effective assessment systems that inform teaching, track progress, and identify areas of need.
*Analyse whole-school performance data, including exam outcomes, behaviour patterns, attendance, and assessment tracking.
*Lead or support the pastoral team in ensuring a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment.
*Promote high standards of behaviour, attendance, punctuality, and pupils conduct in line with school policies.
*Contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the school, including duties, timetabling, and event management.
*Assist with safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management procedures.
*Actively participate in school events, parent evenings, assemblies, and community engagement.
Minimum Requirements
*Bachelor’s Degree + PGCE/QTS from a UK institution
*At least 5 years of relevant middle leadership or senior leadership experience
*Minimum 2 years leadership experience within a Senior School setting in the Middle East
*Experience with the English National Curriculum or in a British International School
*Experience in leading or working within strong pastoral teams (desirable)
*Experience of leading assessment systems, tracking progress and improving pupil outcomes
Package
*Competitive TAX FREE salary
*Accommodation or allowance provided
*Medical insurance
*Return flights
*Work visa
September 2026 Start
For safeguarding purposes, a valid police clearance certificate / DBS is required, plus 2 professional references.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you have not been contacted within 5 working days of submission then please consider your application to have been unsuccessful.