Salary: Competitive for Spain - depends on qualifications and experience
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Start date: February, April or September 2025
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 in 1967, Runnymede College has evolved significantly and now operates a three-school structure: a Pre-Prep School (ages 2-7), a Prep School (ages 8-13), and a Senior School (ages 13-18).
The purpose of the role is to provide a safe, secure, and well-organised environment that enables children to thrive as independent learners and engaged, considerate members of the school community.
The Head of Pre-Prep will be responsible for leading the pastoral provision for Pre-Prep School pupils, including safeguarding the wellbeing and safety of pupils.
Main responsibilities and duties: Leadership and StrategyTeaching and LearningMonitoring and reporting behaviourMarketingStaff and ResourcesThe successful applicant will have: A good honours degree from a British UniversityA PGCE or equivalent qualified teacher statusExcellent knowledge and understanding of the EYFS and Key Stage 1 curriculumExperience leading in either or both of the English National Curriculum / the EYFS FrameworkExperience of leading and managing teamsAbility to establish good working relationships and effective teamworkClear understanding of the curriculum and its assessmentAbility to use assessment and baseline testing data to inform planning and set targetsAbility to employ a range of effective teaching, learning styles and assessment methodsInspirational, committed teacher dedicated to ensuring each pupil achieves their best outcomesDemonstrably good communication skills both oral and writtenStrong ICT skills and confidence in the use of ICTNative level English speakerOther preferable but not essential criteria: Experience leading in a UK based Private School or British International Overseas SchoolRunnymede 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 check with past employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office.
About Runnymede College: Runnymede College - Calle Salvia 30, La Moraleja, Madrid - 28109 - Spain
+34 16 508 302
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.
There is no religious instruction.To help each child to maximise his or her potential, whether intellectual, artistic or physical, by expecting high standards and using methods appropriate to achieve this.
Health education is an integral part of the curriculum but also part of the way of life of the School.
Smoking is forbidden.To encourage positive social attitudes.
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