Job Title: IT & AV Assistant

Location: Beech Hall School Riyadh, Riyadh

Job Type: Full-Time

Reports to: IT Specialist

Position Overview:

Beech Hall School Riyadh is seeking a dedicated and skilled IT & AV Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide essential technical support to our staff and students, ensuring the smooth operation of all IT and AV systems within the school. This role is crucial for maintaining high-quality educational and operational standards, particularly in managing our smart classrooms, auditorium, and various multimedia needs.

Key Responsibilities:

AV Support:

• Set up, operate, and maintain AV equipment, including projectors, sound systems, and interactive screens in classrooms and other school areas.
• Provide full-time technical support in the auditorium during school events, ensuring all AV equipment functions smoothly.
• Assist with video conferencing tools and ensure smooth operation during remote meetings and presentations.
• Prepare and manage multimedia presentations for school events, ensuring high-quality audio and visual outputs.
• Support the setup and operation of sound and lighting systems for school performances, assemblies, and other events.

IT Support:

• Assist in the setup, configuration, and maintenance of school devices, including iPads, iMacs, and MacBooks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues for staff and students.
• Support staff with connectivity issues, including Wi-Fi, printers, and other network-related problems.
• Provide assistance with the deployment and management of software and applications across the school’s network.
• Manage and maintain user accounts, email systems, and access to school resources.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in AV or IT.
• Previous experience in IT support or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with AV systems and equipment, including projectors, sound systems, and interactive screens.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve technical issues promptly.
• Good understanding of network systems, hardware, and software deployment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with both technical and non-technical staff.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and qualifications to HR@beechhallschoolriyadh.com. Please include “IT & AV Assistant Application” in the subject line.

Teachers at Beech Hall School Riyadh will be responsible for delivering a bespoke approach to learning through a new lens, with emphasis placed on growing minds, hearts, eco responsibility, digital, innovation and being part of a global community. The Beech Hall Tapestry frames our curriculum, our approach and our educational footprint. All educational staff will be supported to deliver relevant and contemporary education, with excellent resourcing and a team of collaborative and child-centred colleagues. Beech Hall School Riyadh is a proudly non-selective and inclusive school, where the education is tailored to the learner, and not the other way around. All subject teachers are also home room teachers, offering pastoral support and nurture to a class of children. ACCOUNTABILITY Line managed by the Head of Department Core Responsibilities: Subject Knowledge 

• Develop a love of Sport and physical activity for all pupils;
• Be a passionate athlete who can model this to the pupils;
• Experience of teaching Sport as part of the American curriculum (Common Core) and/or the IB;
• An understanding of how Sport is developed over time, taking into consideration skills, knowledge and understanding;
• Clarity of how the subject is assessed, and ensure that pupils have a rich and holistic understanding whilst also being well prepared for external assessments
• Embrace an innovative approach to curriculum and pedagogy, and a willingness to research and apply updated, best practice in all areas of education;
• Model a clear understanding of all subjects taught as part of the curriculum, with the ability to adapt and innovate, recognising that each child’s learning will be tailored to their needs, abilities and interests;
• Model and take responsibility for promoting high standards of communication, collaboration, curiosity and creativity;
• The ability to coach teams, ensuring they not only develop skills but also sportsmanship;
• Ensure all safety considerations are made when working in a practical manner;
• We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Physical Education (PE) Teacher to join our team. While the position covers the entire school, the primary focus will be on teaching PE to Kindergarten (KG) and Primary level students.

 Curriculum Design and Adaptation

• Plan, create and develop exciting and engaging learning opportunities that enhance knowledge, skills and learning habits in all areas of the curriculum;
• Plan learning that takes into account the dual curriculum offered and considers how to extend learning opportunities by implementing the six strands of the Beech Hall Tapestry;
• Ensure pupils are fully prepared for external assessments and credits – American curriculum and IB
• Consider regulatory subjects in region and ensure that these are incorporated into the wider learning experience for students;
• Clearly plan for students of all abilities, accounting for those who need support or challenge by making sure that lessons are tailored to the needs of all students;
• Plan for effective use of digital technology;
• Plan for effective use of learning resources which optimise learning;
• Link planned outcomes and formative assessment opportunities to ensure that there is a deep understanding of next steps in learning;
• Use internal tracking systems to monitor and report on progress;
• Communicate clearly and regularly with parents with regards to learning, including: mindset, wellbeing and holistic progress as well as academic outcomes.

Learning and Teaching

• Facilitate and encourage bespoke high-quality learning which provides children with the opportunity to achieve their full potential
• Create and nurture a positive and inclusive learning environment which supports high expectations and a purposeful atmosphere;
• Treat students with respect, building relationships rooted in trust and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position;
• Provide students with regular written and oral feedback and encourage them to reflect and respond to their feedback
• Ensure that lessons are appropriately planned, delivered and reviewed;
• Promote a love of learning and children’s intellectual curiosity;
• Ensure that all learning is engaging and responds to the needs of students, taking into account their pace of learning, their interests and their need for choice;
• Embrace the School’s approach to inclusion and innovation;
• Support all children to behave with integrity, respect and compassion;
• Have an understanding of the importance of a smooth transition between year groups and classes;
• Place children central to the purpose of learning;
• Take into account the ideas, thoughts and suggestions of all children and act upon them accordingly, challenging appropriately.
• Make effective use of Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants to support children in class.

Collaboration and Community

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Take on a home room teacher role, providing pastoral support to the children in your care
• Show the upmost respect of the local context;
• Regularly reflect on and critically evaluate your own teaching and the effectiveness of lessons and approaches to teaching;
• Be open minded to coaching and appraisal, taking on board praise and dialogue around development;
• Collaborate with colleagues across the team to develop best practice, share ideas and work cohesively to bring out the best in every member of the community;
• Work in partnership with Teaching Assistants, therapists and education support staff to support all students in the School;
• Share expertise through Professional Learning and Development (PLD);
• Engage in Action Research and be willing to experiment with approaches that could positively impact the wellbeing and development of students and subjects;
• Make a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of the School including contributing to the broad co-curricular programme on offer;
• Ensure plentiful opportunities for the performance of music and the experience of being in a choir or ensemble;
• Develop a strong partnership with parents/carers and the wider community. Assist them to support their child’s learning at home and communicate effectively with parents with regard to students’ mindset and well-being;
• Show tolerance of and respect for the rights of others;
• Support and encouraging fundamental values such as the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs;
• Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practices of the School and maintain high standards in personal attendance and punctuality;
• Present a positive image of the School to all other stakeholders.
• Any other reasonable requests made by the Senior Leadership Team

Safeguarding, Inclusion and Wellbeing

• Taking a proactive approach to safeguard all children and members of the School community;
• Commit to upholding all school policies and procedures;
• Be part of a fully inclusive school where all members of staff work together to provide a fully inclusive environment and working practices, free of bias and prejudice;
• Promote the general progress and well-being of all students and report concerns to a staff member;
• Provide guidance and advice to students on educational, pastoral and social matters;
• Ensure that students experience an educational programme that is personalised to their particular needs, developing their skills and abilities;
• Ensure positive behaviour for learning for all students in line with the School’s policy;
• Work to foster a positive working environment in the subject area that supports students’ learning;
• Provide an effective role model for students in terms of your own professional practice.
• Ability to plan learning opportunities with other colleagues, including best transition processes

 Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Sport or Sports Education;
• A Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Teaching Qualification
• Excellent working knowledge of the American system/IB system;
• A proven track record of effective teaching;
• A commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of students;
• Knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and best practice;
• Relevant experience in mindful sports (e.g., yoga, Tai Chi) and basketball will be highly valued.

Application Process: To apply for a position at Beech Hall School Riyadh, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience. All applications should be sent to our HR department at hr@beechhallschoolriyadh.com. Once your application is received, our team will review it and reach out to you if you are shortlisted for an interview. We look forward to welcoming talented professionals to our school community! Beech Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We execute rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of sound moral character and are suitable people to work with children and young adults. The School expects all teaching staff, non-teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold our commitment to safeguarding.  

English Teacher (Secondary School)

 

Teachers at Beech Hall School will be responsible for delivering a bespoke approach to learning underpinned by our Beech Hall Tapestry.

The Tapestry emphases the significance of developing students’ health and wellbeing, their mindset and leadership skills in addition to promoting the importance being globally aware, entrepreneurial, digitally literate, and sustainable. Teachers will be supported to deliver a relevant and contemporary approach to teaching and learning which empowers students to lead their own learning and development. All educational staff will have access to excellent resourcing and will join a team of highly collaborative and creative colleagues.  

Accountability

Line managed by the Director of Learning and Teaching

 

Core Responsibilities:

Subject Knowledge 

• Have a degree in the area you will be responsible for teaching, or a similar or related degree.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and an awareness of the expectations, roles, and responsibilities for educational professionals in the gulf region.
• Demonstrate an awareness of how to manage safeguarding and child protection issues.
• Demonstrate evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrate awareness of contemporary issues related to the phase or subject/s you teach.
• Express a willingness to engage in research and apply contemporary and research-informed practice.
• Model a clear understanding of the subject/s you teach, demonstrating the ability of how to adapt and innovate to enable all children to excel according to their needs, interests, and current attainment levels.
• Model and take responsibility for promoting high standards of communication, collaboration, curiosity, and creativity.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the importance of developing literacy skills across all curriculum areas.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree in English Language or Literature or English as an Additional Language.
• A minimum of two years relevant teaching experience.
• Ability to teach primary and secondary students.
• A proven track record of effective teaching.
• A strong academic background, stature and experience that will command the respect of students, parents, colleagues, and the wider community.
• A commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of students.
• Knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and evidence-informed practice.

Desirable

• A Teaching Qualification e.g., PGCE/PGCEi and current teaching license.
• Experience of working with any of the following curricula: international Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), International Primary Curriculum (IPC), International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC), American High School Diploma/Advanced Programme Program or International Baccalaureate Diploma or Careers Related Program.

The full job description can be found here. 

Beech Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We execute rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of sound moral character and are suitable people to work with children and young adults. The school expects all teaching staff, non-teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold our commitment to safeguarding and child protection.

We are looking for an experienced school nurse to join Beech Hall School Riyadh.

Your primary responsibility will be to provide health services to students and staff when they are at school. This role involves treating injuries and mild to acute sicknesses, or supporting students with chronic illnesses. You’ll also help with preventive care by educating students on how to avoid communicable diseases and having proper hygiene. 

To succeed in this role, you must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate with children, their parents or guardians, and teachers. If you meet these requirements, and you also have a genuine interest in improving children’s lives, we’d like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic healthcare to students and staff in case of injury or acute illness.
• Be responsible for handling emergencies and providing first aid care to students within the school.
• Follow all safeguarding and child protection procedures, ensuring children are kept safe from harm and any concerns about welfare are shared with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Develop health plans for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
• Keep all relevant medical information up to date on the school’s management information system, and ensure it is regularly updated and communicated to staff.
• Work with staff to complete incident report forms so that parents can be updated in a timely manner
• Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene.
• Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings.
• Keep track of students’ vaccination records.
• Update students’ medical history.
• Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)
• Write referrals for paediatricians and other health specialists.
• Ensure compliance with national and local health laws.

Requirements and skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Nurse preferably in a school.
• Nurse certification.
• Need to have a Saudi NHS registration.

Beech Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We execute rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of sound moral character and are suitable people to work with children and young adults. The School expects all teaching staff, non-teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold our commitment to safeguarding.

Teachers at Beech Hall School Riyadh will be responsible for delivering a bespoke approach to learning through a new lens, with emphasis placed on growing minds, hearts, eco responsibility, digital, innovation and being part of a global community.

The Beech Hall Tapestry frames our curriculum, our approach and our educational footprint. All educational staff will be supported to deliver relevant and contemporary education, with excellent resourcing and a team of collaborative and child-centred colleagues. Beech Hall School Riyadh is a proudly non-selective and inclusive school, where the education is tailored to the learner, and not the other way around. All subject teachers are also home room teachers, offering pastoral support and nurture to a class of children.

Accountability

Line managed by the Head of Department/Academic Deputy Head

Core Responsibilities:

Subject Knowledge 

• Develop a love of Sport and physical activity for all pupils;
• Be a passionate athlete who can model this to the pupils;
• Experience of teaching Sport as part of the American curriculum (Common Core) and/or the IB;
• An understanding of how Sport is developed over time, taking into consideration skills, knowledge and understanding;
• Clarity of how the subject is assessed, and ensure that pupils have a rich and holistic understanding whilst also being well prepared for external assessments
• Embrace an innovative approach to curriculum and pedagogy, and a willingness to research and apply updated, best practice in all areas of education;
• Model a clear understanding of all subjects taught as part of the curriculum, with the ability to adapt and innovate, recognising that each child’s learning will be tailored to their needs, abilities and interests;
• Model and take responsibility for promoting high standards of communication, collaboration, curiosity and creativity;
• The ability to coach teams, ensuring they not only develop skills but also sportsmanship;
• Ensure all safety considerations are made when working in a practical manner;
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the development of reading, writing and maths, and how to enhance these throughout a thematic curriculum.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• A relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Sport or Sports Education;
• A Postgraduate Certificate of Education or Teaching Qualification
• Excellent working knowledge of the American system/IB system;
• A proven track record of effective teaching;
• A commitment to academic progress and the welfare and safeguarding of students;
• Knowledge and understanding of recent educational developments and best practice;

Beech Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We execute rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of sound moral character and are suitable people to work with children and young adults. The School expects all teaching staff, non-teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold our commitment to safeguarding.

Download the full job description here. 

Beech Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We execute rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are of sound moral character and are suitable people to work with children and young adults. The School expects all teaching staff, non-teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold our commitment to safeguarding. Download the full job description here.

The Deputy Head (Arabic and Islamic) will hold a key role on the Leadership Team and will work in conjunction with the Executive Principal and Heads of School to support a clear strategy that sits alongside the ethos of the whole school. The post holder will offer visionary leadership and play a crucial role in the day to day management of the educational offering in the school, as well as offering wider support to the team.

They will ensure that the Arabic and Islamic Studies curriculum and timetable is well planned, covering all areas of the specifications from the Ministry of Education. The post-holder will also be responsible for leading on the staffing of this department thus providing adequate teaching resource for the timetable.

Accountability

• Line managed by the Executive Principal

Core responsibilities:

Vision – support and promote the vision, purpose and education strategy for the school and work inpartnership with the leadership, students, staff and parents, as well as Chatsworth Schools. Ensure that the systems and processes are in place for this vision to come to fruition.

Culture – support a culture where every individual is valued, and their opinion sought and where it is the norm to work collaboratively. Ensure that all those involved in BHSR are committed to its values and aims, motivated to achieve them, and involved in meeting long, medium, and short-term objectives and targets which secure the educational success of the school and happiness of the students. Ensure the students’ wellbeing is nourished from the Early Years onwards through excellent pastoral leadership.

Download the full job description here.