Primary Teacher

Kensington School, Madrid, a prestigious International British school of more than 50 years standing seek a dynamic, forward-looking and ambitious Primary teacher. For candidates who can start soon, the role will initially be to offer cover and support, but this will progress to a full class position in September 2025. 

At Kensington School, you will join an inspirational and growing team of teachers and staff looking to establish itself at the forefront of British education in the beautiful city of Madrid. If you are looking for an opportunity to progress quickly in an international setting, whilst enjoying a cosmopolitan lifestyle combined with the support of a first-rate leadership team and the premium offering of Inspired education, this may be the role for you.

Main Areas of Responsibility

• To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.

• To monitor and support the overall progress and development of students as a teacher/form tutor

• To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential

• To contribute to raising standards of student attainment

• To share and support the school's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold QTS (or equivalent) and a relevant undergraduate degree

• Have successful teaching experience at Primary level (can be teaching practice)

• Understand the theory and practice of effective teaching and learning

• Understand the importance of high expectations and equality of access for all students, and of being a tutor

• Have knowledge of National Curriculum requirements at EYFS, KS1 and KS2, and of writing lesson plans, developing resources and assessing students' work

• Be able to work as part of a team and to develop and maintain positive relationships with all staff

Safeguarding Notice

Kensington School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an ACRO check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

Kensington School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at Kensington School is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the community we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.