Part-time Teaching Assistant

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Role Purpose:

We are looking for a part-time Teaching Assistant in British Council Barcelona to support senior teachers and class teachers in delivering high-quality teaching and learning, while also helping ensure the care and well-being of children at the British Council.

Suitable for candidates at the beginning of their careers who are eager to learn and grow professionally and the total number of working hours are 6-10 hours per week

Role Accountabilities:

The Teaching Assistant supports teachers in creating a safe, clean, and engaging environment for young learners. This includes setting up and clearing classrooms, promoting positive behaviour, and ensuring the well-being and safety of children at all times—including during breaks and transitions. In the classroom, the assistant helps with planned activities, supports student learning, and uses appropriate English to encourage communication. They may assist with intimate care if needed. The Teaching Assistant will be expected to use English with children and staff.

The role also involves welcoming students, relaying important information, and supporting substitute teachers when necessary. Administrative support may be required occasionally.

For off-site teaching, the assistant helps manage student drop-off and pick-up and may support multiple groups of children as needed.

This position works closely with children, class and senior teachers, parents or guardians, customer services assistants, and teaching centre management to ensure smooth operations and a positive experience for all.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essentials:

• Learning Technologies
• Practical experience or training in an educational setting
• Certificate of B1 level in English
• Certificate of successful completion of compulsory secondary education. 

Desirables:

• Basic understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage or National Curriculum (KS1)
• English as a Foreign Language or English as a Second Language teaching experience 
• 1 years’ classroom experience working with children aged 2-6 years.
• Spanish B2 minimum

Important information:

• Contract type: Indefinite
• Salary: Pay band 2
• Role: Part-time role
• Working hour: 6-10 hours per week
• Legal requirement: Applicants must be EU citizens or already have the natural right to work in Spain.
• The role may require working during lunchtimes, evenings, and occasional Saturdays
• Flexibility and willingness to support off-site activities or different age groups is essential

Closing date: 18 June 2025 (23.59pm CET)

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org