Step into a pioneering role in Riyadh’s newest international school! ASQ is recruiting for a dedicated Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting students’ holistic development and wellbeing. With a supportive leadership team, modern facilities, and a commitment to excellence, this is a unique opportunity to be part of a founding staff focused on delivering high-quality care and guidance in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

Overview

The Occupational Therapist plays a vital role in supporting students’ physical, emotional, and academic development by helping them overcome barriers to learning and daily functioning. This position focuses on assessing individual needs, designing tailored intervention plans, and working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and leadership to ensure every child can thrive in a supportive school environment.

The school

This founding, family-owned international school is built on the belief that education begins with nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence from the earliest years. Rooted in strong Early Years and Primary values, the school provides a warm, child-centered environment where every learner is encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. With a focus on community, care, and excellence, the school blends family-driven vision with international best practice to create a foundation for lifelong learning.

Job highlights

• Play a key role in shaping student support services from the ground up, ensuring holistic care in a brand-new international school
• Empower learners by addressing developmental, sensory, and motor needs, helping them thrive academically and socially in a multicultural environment
• Work alongside a supportive leadership team and international staff, contributing to a dynamic, forward-thinking school community
• Experience one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing capitals, offering modern amenities, cultural richness, and attractive tax-free packages that make relocation rewarding

The ideal candidate

• Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy (with school-based focus), or related field specialising in children’s sensory and motor skill development
• Minimum 2 years working with children in schools, pediatric rehabilitation centres, or similar settings
• Strong knowledge of OT fundamentals, child development, and professional assessment skills in movement, cognition, perception, sensory processing, and fine motor skills
• Ability to design and implement individualized therapy plans, adapt activities, and deliver engaging, age-appropriate interventions
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and teamwork skills; strong administrative and leadership abilities

Facts & Figures

• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Job type: Contract
• Duration: 2-years (renewable)
• Salary: Tax-free depending on experience
• Benefits: Flights, accommodation, medical and visa support

About ASQ: The perfect match between international schools and candidates

ASQ International partners with a number of exceptional International schools globally to offer the latest and best selection of educational positions.

We look forward to hearing from you.

If your application has been successful, we will contact you within 5 days.

Please note, even if you are unsuccessful on this occasion, we will keep your details on file in the ASQ Education talent pool, as you could be perfect for one of our future international positions.