Secondary Teacher of English

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Role Purpose

Join our dedicated team in the British Council School in Madrid as a Secondary Teacher of English, inspiring and guiding students across Key Stage 3, 4 (English National Curriculum) and Key Stage 5 (Bilingual Baccalaureate - BiBac®). We are committed to delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning while providing exceptional pastoral care, ensuring that every student reaches their full academic potential and grows as a global citizen.
In this role, you will not only teach but also develop the subject area beyond the academic curriculum, seeking innovative ways to offer students practical experiences that enhance their understanding and engagement. As a form tutor, you will be an essential point of support for a group of students, fostering strong communication with parents, students, and subject teachers to provide outstanding pastoral care and academic guidance.
We take pride in our excellence, maintaining the highest rating across all areas of the British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection. Your contribution will be key to sustaining this achievement.
This role offers a dynamic and supportive environment where your responsibilities will be interpreted as enabling rather than restrictive, with opportunities for review and development in collaboration with your Line Manager and HR. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact, we welcome you to be part of our team.

Role Accountabilities 

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary Teacher of English to join our team, committed to setting high expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge pupils. The ideal candidate will promote excellent progress and outcomes, demonstrating strong subject knowledge and a deep understanding of the curriculum.
Effective lesson planning and delivery are essential, ensuring structured and engaging sessions that respond to the strengths and needs of all pupils. The role requires adaptability in teaching approaches, enabling each student to achieve their potential through accurate and productive assessment strategies.
A safe and supportive learning environment is at the heart of what we do, and effective behaviour management is a key responsibility. Beyond classroom teaching, wider professional duties contribute to the holistic development of students and the school community.
This position also includes responsibilities as outlined in the National Private Schools Collective Agreement, with additional duties assigned by the line manager. If you are a committed educator eager to make a meaningful impact, we welcome your application.

Qualifications & Experience 

Essentials  

• Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or equivalent teaching certification; Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in the subject applied for.
• Recently completed teacher training programme in the specific phase applied to, demonstrating relevant experience in a UK, International or Bilingual School.
• Recent, relevant, professional development in Teaching and Learning.
• Proficiency in English equivalent to a Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) C2 level.

Desirables 

• A minimum of 2 years recent and relevant teaching experience within the last 5 years in the Secondary phase in a UK, International or Bilingual School.
• English as a Foreign Language (EFL) or English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching experience with children.
• Recent experience in delivery of English National Curriculum.
• KS3, KS4 and KS5 experience.

 
Important Information:

• Location: Pozuelo de Alarcón (Madrid).
• Salary: €1,802.18 - €2,823.93 per month (Based on qualification and experience). Paid 15 times per annum (extra payments in June, September and December).
• Proof of Identity & Right to Work: Candidates are expected to have researched whether they have the right to live and work in Spain. The British Council School of Madrid welcomes international candidates and will support successful applicants in obtaining a work visa. 
• Contract type: Indefinite.
• Contracted hours: 34 hours per week. 
• Benefits: 
  • Fee remission for children of staff members. 
  • Relocation allowance: an extensive welcome, relocation and integration programme to help new teachers and their families settle into Madrid.
  • Subsidised English or Spanish language courses.
  • Medical allowance: The opportunity to belong to a private health insurance company at reduced rates.
  • Discounted meals in our canteen, gym membership and free bus travel to and from school.  
  • Other requirements: There are occasional trips and performances locally and members of staff are required to accompany students. Overseas travel sometimes takes place and staff may be asked to accompany groups. Due to the nature of your role, you may be required to work outside school hours during events and performances. 

Closing date and time – Wednesday 4th June 2025.

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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