Runnymede College
Madrid, Spain
Salary: Competitive for Spain - depends on qualifications and teaching experience
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Start date: Immediate start
Apply by: 27 September 2024
Job overview Runnymede College is a private non-denominational British school in Madrid offering a British education to boys and girls of all nationalities from the age of two to eighteen. The education offered follows the British National Curriculum.
Founded as a private school in September 1967, the primary school was inaugurated in 1987. The School has been restructured and divided into Pre-Prep, Prep (Years 4 to 8) and Senior School (Years 9 to 13). The new structure has meant creating additional posts of responsibility and numerous opportunities for professional development and promotion have arisen.
Academic levels are high at Runnymede College. In June 2024, 64% of our students achieved A-A* at A level, with 98% of grades being A*-C. This is particularly impressive when compared with the 49% of A*-A grades achieved at independent (private) schools in England this year. In addition, 70% of our pupils gained A*-A grades at IGCSE.
The school is looking to recruit an outstanding English teacher to join our Prep School (Years 4-8) in September 2024. Join a rewarding and exciting learning environment, both within and beyond the classroom. We are looking for a well-qualified, enthusiastic and experienced professional for the Prep School, who is committed to achieving the very best for pupils at all levels.
The successful applicant will have:
Outstanding GCSE & A level results A good honours degree from a British University (2:1 or better) A PGCE or other qualified teacher status Recent experience as a teacher in a school in the UK Excellent subject knowledge and experience of teaching Years 4-8 Excellent leadership and teamwork skills The ability to modify learning strategies to target the needs of individual students High expectations of pupils' effort and behaviour Organisational skills and ability to prioritise to meet deadlines Native level English speaker Good working knowledge of ICT systems and application of ICT in the classroom Other preferable but not essential criteria: Previous experience of an international school Please complete the TES online application form and attach your CV and covering letter.
Final date for applications - Friday 13th September 2024 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and first round interviews will take place via Zoom on a rolling basis. The final round interview will be held face-to-face at Runnymede College in Madrid. The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
We are an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Hiring decisions are based on skills, experience and attributes required for the role. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Runnymede is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office.
About Runnymede College Runnymede College is a private school that provides a British education for English-speaking students of all nationalities who are resident in Madrid.
The aims of the School are: To provide an all-round, academic, liberal humanist education to all students regardless of their sex, race, religion or nationality. To help each child to maximise his or her potential, whether intellectual, artistic or physical. To encourage positive social attitudes: respect and consideration for others. To encourage an international outlook, awareness of and respect for the different cultures represented among the students. To help students derive the maximum advantage from living in Spain.
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