Head of Health, Safety and Special Projects

Job Description

Doha College is a high-profile leading British International School in Qatar delivering a well-balanced, all-embracing English National Curriculum to students aged 318. The College was also the first High Performance Learning accredited school in the world. With 2,500 students and 350 staff, the School is a vibrant international community that subscribes to equal opportunities for all. An exciting time for the school, last year we moved to a brand-new, 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus, amalgamating two previous sites and ensuring the Colleges place at the forefront of educational provision in world-class facilities.The opportunityWe are looking to appoint a Head of Health, Safety & Special Projects to join our brand-new campus. Reporting to the Business Development Director, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of health and safety across the College, to ensure that the facilities are fully functional and safe and implement appropriate policies and security procedures to protect students, staff, visitors and college assets.About youWe are looking for an exceptional practitioner who can deliver a culture of high-performance collaboration and continuous improvement. As an experienced manager, you will provide proactive and visible functional leadership to those you work with. You must be educated to a degree level and have experience of operating in a similar capacity. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role to contribute to the learner experience, ensuring that the campus and resources deliver a high-quality learning environment. You will need to work flexible hours and working times to suit the needs of the business. A high standard of written and spoken English is an essential requirement for all our positions.QatarA combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication mean that Qatar is a country like no other, and its capital Doha is a city that has something for everyone. Performances, museums and galleries make for a captivating cultural scene; city hotspots such as the busy markets and the waterfront promenade are a great way to spend a day; there is a lively night-life that means that there is plenty to do when the sun goes down; the Pearl Qatar offers luxury and elegance; there are some breath-taking areas of natural beauty, and lovers of sport and adventure can enjoy numerous clubs and activities. The imminent arrival of the FIFA World Cup in 2022 will make it a very special place to be. Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.In returnOur salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. We also have a comprehensive induction and orientation programme, which allows new staff to effectively navigate the challenges that come with an international move. Valuing the importance of recruiting and retaining the best staff, the professional development offered at Doha College is significant.To find out more, please visit:Closing date: 31 May 2022.We reserve the right to close a position once we have received sufficient applications to form a shortlist. Early application is therefore encouraged.Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal records check. Teaching staff will also be subject to a Barred List and Prohibition from Teaching Check.Doha College is committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society and leads to a cognitive diversity that promotes excellence in all areas.Supporting documentsPlease note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow Tes Fair Recruitment Policy.

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