Skills Bahrain

Education

The Education sector, including both public and private, holds significant importance to Bahrain’s social infrastructure and ranks as the eighth-largest non-oil economic sector in terms of contribution to real GDP.

The education sector accounted for 3.98% of the national real GDP, with a total output of BHD 602.39 million in 20241.

The Private Education Sector Skills Report was developed through a comprehensive methodology, including international benchmarking, adherence to International Labour Organization guidelines, and consultations with a Sector Working Group representing key players in the industry, to gain deep insights into the specific needs and dynamics of Bahrain’s Private Education sector.

Source: 1Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA)

Jobs in Demand anticipated by the Sector

Instructional Designer
Digital Transformation Specialist
Educational Technologist and EdTech Integrator
Special Education Needs (SEN) Educator
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Teacher
Specialized Subject Teacher, Faculty Member and Vocational Trainer
Curriculum Designer / Coordinator
Counselor
Librarian
Quality Assurance, Compliance and Accreditation Specialist

The top technical skills identified by the sector

Assessment Design and Implementation
Classroom Management
Counseling
Coaching and Mentoring
Data Analysis and Data-Driven Decision Making
Emerging Technology Adoption and Integration:
Pedagogical Skills
Professional Knowledge and Competence
Research Skills
Safeguarding