Teacher - Part time

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Date: 15 Oct 2026

Location: Barcelona, European Union, ES

Company: British Council

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We work with people in over 150 countries and reach over 700 million people.


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We are seeking a committed and qualified Teacher of English (Part time) to deliver high‑quality, learner‑centred lessons that meet the needs of a diverse student population. In this role, you will plan, prepare, and deliver engaging English language instruction, tailoring materials and approaches to different learning styles and levels. You will monitor student progress, provide clear and constructive feedback, and help learners build confidence and autonomy, while consistently maintaining the highest teaching quality standards.
 
As part of a collaborative teaching team, you will contribute to the ongoing success and reputation of the teaching centre by supporting wider activities, maintaining strong relationships with students and colleagues, and engaging in continuous professional development. You will also support customer-facing activities such as placement testing and course guidance, while upholding safeguarding, equality, diversity, and health and safety standards to ensure a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for all learners.
 
About You (essential requirements for the role):
 
  • University degree.
  • Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (CELTA) or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification from Trinity College of London.
  • Proficiency in English equivalent to a Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) C2 level.
  • Experience in teaching relevant age groups specific to the centre
  • 1-year post-certificate i.e. CELTA or Trinity cert TESOL experience. N.B We would consider applicants with less than 1 year post CELTA experience depending on interest in further training in YL teaching and overall potential
  • Early Years aged 2 to 5 (Desirable)
  • Primary aged 6 to 10 (Essential)
  • Lower Secondary aged 11 to 14 (Essential)
  • Upper Secondary aged 15 to 17 (Essential)
  • Adults General English 18+ (Desirable)
  • Cambridge CELTA / Trinity cert TESOL (or equivalent)
 
Desirable:
 
  • Current recognised extension qualifications are: NILE Teaching English in Pre-Primary Education TYLEC – Trinity Young Learners Extension Certificate
  • Recognised diploma in English as a Foreign Language e.g. DELTA / Trinity Diploma
  • A PGCE / B.Ed in Primary or a relevant secondary subject is highly desirable.
 
Further Information
 
  • Role: Teacher of English - Part time
  • Location: Barcelona, Spain
  • Contract type: Indefinite contract 
  • Salary details: 8,390.76 euros to 13,983.84 euros annual gross depending on total number: of teaching hours and qualifications.
  • Working location: Working location is Barcelona Teaching Centre; however, Teachers may be expected to work in more than one location, e.g. British Council centre and a partner institution in Barcelona. Increasingly our young learner teaching takes place in schools, so travel is often required. Corporate classes usually take place online or off our premises.
  • Teaching hour: Approximately 12 teaching hours a week. Mainly Young Learners with some Adults classes possible.
  • Most Young Learners teaching takes place on weekday evenings (from 17.30-19h), some lunchtimes from 13 to 15h and early afternoons (from 15-17h) evenings from 19.00 -20.30 (Secondary and adults) and on Saturdays (Primary or Adults only). There are some Adults classes in the mornings.
  • Closing date: 28 October 2026 (23:59 Gulf Standard Time)
  • Right to work: Applicants must be EU nationals or have the natural right to work in Spain as visa sponsorship is not provided.
 
*Please note that all applications should be submitted only in English.
*It is advisable to apply in advance to avoid any technical issues at the last moment.

 

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and we 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 and 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