Evolution Sports – Pool of Candidates – Basketball Coach
Doha College
Qatar
- Expired
- Salary:
- Attractive, tax-free salary
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 31 August 2024
Job overview
About us
Doha College is a high-profile leading British International School for children aged 3–18, offering a well-balanced, all-embracing curriculum that follows the English National Curriculum.
Evolution Sports is an award-winning multi-sports academy within Doha College that offers coaching in a wide range of sports and fitness, including soccer, swimming, basketball, netball, and strength and conditioning and develops children from 18 months through to adults. Evolution Sports began in 2007 and has evolved as Qatar’s largest multi-sports coaching provider, playing an integral part in the development of a new era of sport and health culture in Qatar.
Evolution Sports is situated at Doha College Al Wajba, featuring World Class sports facilities, including a full-size 11-aside football field, numerous sports halls, outdoor training courts, two indoor swimming pools, and fitness studios. Alongside these facilities, there's also a sports café on the premises. Additionally, Evolution Sports conducts its sports programmes in Abu Hamour, West Bay, and the Pearl, partnering with other schools in these locations.
We are a multicultural organisation that embraces diversity and provides a friendly and informal work environment.
The opportunity
As a means to respond to the increasing and sometimes unpredictable changes in staffing needs, Evolution Sports is launching the Pool of Candidates Project. In this initiative we will validate all interested and qualified individuals in various Sport Coaching positions to join Evolution Sports Pool of Candidates. The applicants will then become a part of our active pool of candidates and shall be contacted and prioritised when we have suitable open positions to fill.
Therefore, we are now looking for applications from self-motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join Evolution Sports Pool of Candidates for Basketball Coach. The successful candidates will be responsible for coaching sessions within the Basketball programme, which fall in line with the Evolution Sports coaching philosophy, vision, and values of the club.
Since 2020, we are based at the new state of the art Doha College Al Wajba facility, where we enjoy some of the country’s best sports facilities. The facility includes a full size 11-aside football field, several sports halls, outdoor training courts, 2 indoor swimming pools, gyms and fitness studios, and a sports café.
About you
The ideal candidate should have some experience of coaching a wide range of ages and abilities. Experience of working in a similar role would be seen as a distinct advantage. We expect you to be a highly motivated and successful practitioner, who is willing to contribute in a positive manner to all aspects of the academy and college. This is a tremendous opportunity for an exceptional practitioner to join the academy and to further develop their career.
A high standard of written and spoken English is an essential requirement for all our positions.
Qatar
A 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.
In return
Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, private medical insurance, luxury shared accommodation and an annual flight allowance.
Please note: Due to government requirements we can only consider applicants who are below 50 years old for this position.
To find out more, please visit: www.evosportsqatar.com
All applicants who are invited to an interview will be required to provide the following documents as set out below, prior to the interview.
- A copy of your passport
- Reference from the current / most recent employer (for teaching, coaching and education support roles). Please note we will contact the referees directly.
Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here.
As an equal opportunities employer, Doha College is committed to a culture of diversity, equity 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.
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About Doha College
About Doha College
As one of the oldest British Schools in Qatar, Doha College boasts a rich history of educational excellence based on firmly embedded values, a passion for learning and an international environment that inspires through its sheer diversity.
Originally opened in 1980, the school continues to operate on a not-for-profit basis under the sponsorship of the British Embassy. It features over 2,600 students aged 3 -18 from 83 different nationalities. We are truly an international school teaching the well-respected British curriculum, offering IGCSE, AS, and A levels in a wide range of subjects.
Benefitting from a 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus that opened in September 2020, we offer cutting-edge facilities and inspiring learning environments that feature dedicated zones for Primary and Secondary, as well as expansive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, drama studios and swimming pools. Our world-class campus allows future generations of Doha College students to thrive and unlock their full potential in an environment that is fit for the learning needs of the 21st century.
Doha College’s salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, a monthly accommodation allowance, an annual flight allowance and a substantial settling-in allowance. We have a comprehensive onboarding and orientation programme, providing support at every step of the process, allowing new staff to navigate the challenges of an international move effectively. Doha College also offers an enormous CPD budget, allowing our staff to multiply their talent and pursue further education and training courses within Qatar and around the world.
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication makes Qatar a country like no other. Its capital, Doha, has something for everyone. Whether you are looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
In keeping with our motto, Excellence for All, Excellence from All, we foster outstanding relationships from which students and staff draw their ambition to do well and make a lasting contribution to College life and society as a whole - so why not apply and join our team?
Vision
To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning and create aspirational minds.
Mission
As a not-for-profit British International School, Doha College develops confidence, creativity and intellectual curiosity in a safe, caring and inclusive environment for our students to make a lasting contribution to global society.
Core Values
- Excellence and Diligence
- Respect and Integrity
- Commitment and Accountability
- Perseverance and Honesty
- Fun and Enjoyment
- Challenge and Reward
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Safeguarding and Child Protection
Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here.
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