Primary Teacher

About the school

O Castro British International School is a happy, inclusive and successful school in Vigo, Spain with over 700 students in Primary and Secondary. The school follows the National Curriculum for England and the Cambridge International Curriculum for KS3 in English, Maths and Science, together with IGCSE and A Levels. O Castro is part of the Globeducate group, a network of more than 70 schools across three continents that welcomes more than 40,000 students each day. Membership of the group provides extensive opportunities for staff professional development and for students to participate in annual events such as music festivals, mini Olympics and art exhibitions, as well as the possibility of studying at other Globeducate schools abroad.

At O Castro British International School, we are dedicated to fostering a learning environment that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, ensures inclusion, advances justice, and nurtures a sense of belonging for every member of our community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The role

O Castro British International School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Primary Teacher to join the team.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons across core Primary subjects in line with the British curriculum, ensuring strong coverage of literacy, numeracy, science and cross-curricular learning.
• Teach across Key Stage 1 and/or Key Stage 2, supporting pupils in developing secure foundational skills, confidence and curiosity.
• Regularly assess, monitor and record pupil progress, providing clear feedback and reporting to parents and school leadership.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, the development of high-quality teaching resources and the continuous improvement of the Primary programme.
• Support enrichment activities such as assemblies, themed days, school events, clubs or educational visits.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment that promotes positive behaviour, wellbeing and active learning.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• C1/C2 level of English.
• Degree in Education or a related field.
• Experience teaching in a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the British Primary curriculum and effective pedagogical approaches for younger learners.
• Successful applicants will have undertaken an enhanced safeguarding and local police checks.

Benefits & package

• Permanent contract.
• A free lunch every day.
• Engaged, lively and creative learners who take pride in their school.
• A strong, forward-thinking, collegiate leadership team.
• Highly motivated, supportive and committed colleagues.
• Equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, culture, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity or age, with active support for the integration of people with different abilities and equal access to professional growth.

How to apply

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