
British International School Riyadh
Head of Science (Senior School, English National Curriculum)
- Permanent
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Experience 2 - 5 yrs
Job expiry date: 10/03/2026
Job overview
Date posted
24/01/2026
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Job description
The Head of Science (Senior School) role at The British International School Riyadh (BISR), Al Waha Campus, is a permanent, full-time leadership position responsible for leading the Science Department for students aged 11–18 within the English National Curriculum. BISR is a not-for-profit, co-educational British international school established in 1979, serving students aged 3–18 across multiple campuses in Riyadh. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas (BSO), and is a member of BSME, AoBSO, HMC, and COBIS. The role combines departmental leadership with teaching responsibilities and requires driving excellence in teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment, and pastoral care. The Head of Science is expected to contribute actively to the school’s strategic pillars of learning, enrichment, and well-being, while supporting a holistic learning experience enriched by local and international contexts. The position involves ensuring high-quality learning experiences, effective assessment and feedback, positive learning environments, and student well-being in an intercultural setting. The role also includes contributing to the wider life of the school through co-curricular programmes, community events, and service learning initiatives, while fully supporting the school’s Mission, Vision, Motto, and REACH values. The position starts on 16 August 2026 and requires full compliance with safeguarding policies, including comprehensive background checks.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Science Department across the Senior School, providing strong academic and strategic leadership aligned with the English National Curriculum
- Teach Science classes while maintaining a strong track record of excellent classroom practice and high-quality pastoral care
- Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the Science curriculum to ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment
- Ensure the effective use of assessment and feedback strategies so that students make good progress in their learning
- Create and sustain a positive climate for learning that supports student well-being and holistic development in an intercultural context
- Inspire, motivate, and support Science teachers through collaboration, professional dialogue, and shared best practice
- Contribute to the school’s strategic pillars of learning, enrichment, and well-being
- Support and actively participate in the school’s broad co-curricular programme, student leadership opportunities, and community events
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements and contribute to maintaining a safe, secure, and nurturing learning environment
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the school to support whole-school initiatives and continuous improvement
- Support the school’s Mission, Vision, Motto, and REACH values in all aspects of professional practice
Experience & skills
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status with a UK or UK-recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE or B.Ed
- Have a minimum of 2 years of relevant teaching experience
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the English National Curriculum
- Show experience in curriculum development, monitoring, and assessment within a secondary or subject-specific context
- Possess experience teaching within a Key Stage or Science subject area
- Demonstrate experience with positive behaviour management strategies and planning for diverse learning needs, including highly able students
- Have experience in pastoral care and supporting student well-being
- Show understanding of intercultural awareness and cultural sensitivity in an international school environment
- Demonstrate good ICT skills and effective use of technology in teaching and learning
- Be willing to contribute to the school’s co-curricular life and broader community
- Meet safeguarding requirements, including rigorous background checks and adherence to Safer Recruitment policies