Careers at Oryx

Careers and University Administrator

Oryx International School, Doha

• Contract Type: Full Time
• Contract Term: Permanent
• Start Date: November 2026

Oryx International School is seeking to appoint a well-qualified and an experienced Careers and University Administrator with experience in supporting students with their Career and University applications, with immediate effect. You must hold a valid qualification and be eligible to work in Qatar under Family Sponsorship.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early, as we aim to secure the most suitable candidate at the earliest.

Please refer to the job description for the full range of duties and responsibilities.

Applicants should be dedicated professionals with strong IT, organisational and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate careers activities and support university application processes. They should work effectively with students, parents and staff, maintain accurate records, and handle confidential information with discretion. They should demonstrate the highest standards of care, be committed to continuous professional development, and share our values of Excellence, Respect, Responsibility, Integrity and Compassion.

As an international school specialising in the English National Curriculum to a diverse international student population, strong English proficiency in writing and speaking is an essential requirement and applications from fluent speakers of English will be preferred.

About our Teachers, they are responsible for delivering the highest quality learning in a stimulating, happy and safe environment. They work collaboratively with other teaching colleagues in medium and short-term planning, target setting and monitoring, providing each other with high levels of support and challenge to promote the very best possible progress for every pupil. All staff participate in the broader life of the school, enriching the learning experience for students and fostering a close, supportive school community.

For more information please refer to the separate Job Description and Person Specification provided, available on our TES vacancies page which can be found here; https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/oryx-international-school-1081246

The School

Oryx International School https://oryxschool.qa/ is a unique project conceptualised by Qatar Airways and Orbital Education https://orbitaled.com/ creating a joint venture between a world renowned, 5- star multi-billion dollar turnover airline and a prestigious group of International schools. The objective of this £70 million project is to satisfy the demand for premium quality British style education for the children of local and expatriate employees of Qatar Airways in Doha.

The aim of Oryx International School is to provide the employees of the world’s five-star airline and their children access to a five-star education. The new, bespoke, built to specification school provides state-of-the-art facilities and education technology to enrich teaching and learning experiences for our students. The school aspires to foster an ethos of global citizenship, the celebration of cultural diversity and a wide international perspective to equip students with the skills and aspirations to become future leaders across the world.

The facilities offered at the school site, combined with our creative approach to education, which incorporates a full curriculum and enrichment based upon the English National Curriculum, enhanced by local Qatari identity, history, culture and tradition, allows Oryx International School to offer a 5-star education.

Living and working in Qatar

Doha, the peninsula’s capital city of over 2.7 million residents, has a huge international community that choose to live and work here. Qatar provides an excellent lifestyle, with a combination of cultures mixed with the best of Qatar’s past and present. Being in the Middle East, the weather is good all year round with particularly high temperature in the summer months. In Qatar you will find plenty of opportunities to explore the desert, walk along the Corniche, visit museums, shopping malls, beaches, attend sporting events, music festivals, take a boat trip and much more. There are excellent education transportation and other amenities across the city, including a new metro system.

About Ariston Education

At Ariston Education, we are building a global network of high-quality, future-ready schools, united by a shared commitment to academic excellence and to preparing students for many possible futures. Our schools are locally rooted and globally connected, each preserving its unique identity, culture and community while benefiting from shared expertise, standards and opportunities.

We believe education should go beyond academic achievement. Through our Pathways for Excellence, we combine academic rigour, Human Power Skills, AI Fluency and Student Voice to help students develop the knowledge, confidence, character and adaptability they need to thrive in a changing world.

Our approach is centred on the individual child. We recognise that every student is different, with their own strengths, interests and aspirations, and we work to create the opportunities and personalised pathways that allow each young person to fulfil their potential.

We are equally committed to supporting the people who make our schools exceptional. From teachers and school leaders to our central teams, we foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and shared purpose, working together to create the best possible outcomes for every student.

Visit www.aristonedu.com to find out more.

Application Process

All applications must be made on the TES Application System

To apply please visit our vacancies page and find this position; https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/oryx-international-school-1081246

All candidates must;

1. Complete all questions on the Online Application Form in TES.
2. Supporting statement should be no less than 500 words and no more than 1000 words, and should relate directly to the specific role applied for and cover:

• your motivation for working in education
• a brief description of the philosophy of education which shapes your style of leadership quality and coaching.
• what attracts you to the position
• how you feel your experience, skills and personal qualities qualify you to take on the role with details of any unique methods or techniques that you have developed or employ
• what extra-curricular activities you can lead, supervise or have participated in
• any other information you would like the selection panel to know

Please note:
Incomplete applications will not be considered. All applications will be reviewed, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with the outcome of their application.

Due to the expected high levels of interest in positions at the school, Oryx International School reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process.

Interviews

Interviews will take place in Doha and/or via Microsoft Teams. You will be contacted with arrangements ahead of interviews taking place.

Safeguarding – Oryx International School, Doha is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of the school’s commitment to safeguarding, all post-holders are subject to background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO https://www.acro.police.uk/s/acro-services/icp-certificates

(if ever worked or lived in the UK), Prohibition Checks where appropriate and/or Criminal Records (Police Check) disclosure from their most recent country of residence.

How to apply:

Head of PE

• Contract Type: 2 Year Renewable
• Contract Term: Full Time
• Start Date: January 2027

Are you seeking a role where you can make a real impact, and work in a stimulating international setting for a growing global educational company? Are you looking for your first Middle Leadership position with a Whole School perspective? If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to join us at Britannica International School, Budapest.

Who we are looking for:

• An experienced teacher (2+ years teaching experience is preferred), with enthusiasm for developing their teaching practice and growing within a supportive school environment.
• Someone either with Middle Leadership experience or someone looking for their first opportunity to take on a leadership role, with the ability to contribute positively to the development of the PE department and support colleagues in a diverse and highly skilled team of PE teachers and swim coaches.
• An undergraduate degree with a recognised Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or equivalent teaching qualification.
• A genuine passion for PE, committed to inspiring students and creating engaging, challenging and enjoyable learning experiences.
• Experience or knowledge of teaching IGCSE Physical Education, with an understanding of curriculum and examination requirements.
• The ability and enthusiasm to teach across the 5–18 age range, with an understanding of how to adapt teaching, learning and expectations to meet the needs of students at different stages of development and with different levels of ability and experience.
• Strong knowledge of effective teaching and assessment strategies to support the progress and achievement of all students, with a commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive, engaging and challenging learning environment where every student is encouraged to reach their potential and develop a lifelong appreciation of physical activity and sport.
• Someone who recognises the wider value of sport and its potential to develop confidence, teamwork, resilience and a sense of community, and who is enthusiastic about contributing to the school’s sporting culture.
• A willingness to embrace and contribute to an extensive programme of term-time after-school and weekend fixtures and sporting activities, and to see this as an important and rewarding part of the role.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and organisational skills, with a positive and proactive approach to working with colleagues, students and the wider school community.
• A positive and growth-minded approach, with the drive, energy and vision to contribute to the continued development of PE and sport across the school.

Britannica International School, Budapest is the longest-established British school in Hungary, providing an education for students aged 5–18 across a thriving Primary phase and an excellent Secondary school. Our educational programme is founded on the National Curriculum for England, enhanced to reflect our genuinely international community.

Our Secondary students consistently achieve examination results above the UK national average at IGCSE and A level, with outcomes enabling students to progress to leading universities around the world, including the universities of Oxford and Cambridge.

The school is a registered Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge International Examinations Centre and a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). We also hold ‘Exemplary/Leading’ status from the Bell Foundation for our EAL provision and the ‘Nourish the Workplace’ award in recognition of our commitment to staff wellbeing.

Applications:

Applications should be made through the TES Schrole portal or by email (see below) and should include a covering letter, a colour photograph and an up-to-date CV, including the details of two referees, one of whom should be your most recent employer. Your covering letter should clearly outline how your experience, knowledge and skills align with those of the ideal candidate.

Email: recruitment@britannicaschool.hu

Britannica International School, Budapest is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. Appointment to this role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and systems overseas. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. We operate an equal opportunities policy.

How to apply: