Primary teacher
International Rural School
Barcelona-Spain
- 25.000 € - 25.001 € per year
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 24 August 2026
- Apply by:
- 29 June 2026
Job overview
About the School
International Rural School is a small, independent British international school located in a beautiful natural environment near Barcelona. Founded in 2017, the school has grown steadily while maintaining its core philosophy: small class sizes, personalised education, and strong community values.
We currently offer education from Early Years to A Levels and operate as a Cambridge International examination centre. Our school community is diverse and international, with families who value a holistic and child-centred approach to education.
Learning at our school combines the British curriculum with outdoor learning, arts, music and project-based activities. The rural setting allows us to integrate nature and wellbeing into daily school life, creating a calm and inspiring learning environment for both students and teachers.
The Role
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Primary Teacher who is passionate about education and committed to high academic standards within a nurturing environment.
The successful candidate will:
Teach within the British primary curriculum
Plan and deliver engaging lessons tailored to small groups of students
Foster curiosity, creativity and independent thinking
Work collaboratively with colleagues and families
Contribute positively to the school’s warm and supportive community
Requirements
C2 level of English (native or near-native proficiency)
Experience teaching Primary within the British curriculum
A recognised teaching qualification
Strong classroom management and organisational skills
Passion for personalised and holistic education
Ability to work in a small, collaborative school environment
Desirable
Experience in international schools
Interest in outdoor learning, arts, music or project-based learning
Experience with Cambridge International programmes
What We Offer
A friendly and supportive school community
Small class sizes and a personalised teaching environment
The opportunity to work in a beautiful natural setting close to Barcelona
A collaborative international team
About International Rural School
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At International Rural School, we are committed to delivering a high-quality British education from Early Years through to Sixth Form. We are proud to be part of the prestigious Cambridge International Schools network and to hold accreditation as a British School Overseas (BSO), a recognition of our adherence to rigorous UK educational standards and our commitment to excellence.
Our academic programme is designed not only to prepare students for successful university access, but also to foster a lifelong love of learning.
Our ethos is grounded in personalised education. With small class sizes and a close-knit community, we are able to nurture each student’s individual strengths, interests, and potential. All teaching is delivered in English, ensuring full immersion and strong linguistic competence within an international context.
What truly distinguishes our school is our unique natural environment. Set within a forest landscape, we believe that learning extends far beyond the classroom. Our students regularly engage with nature, developing creativity, resilience, and environmental awareness through outdoor learning experiences.
At the same time, our proximity to Barcelona allows us to integrate rich cultural and social experiences into our curriculum. Educational visits to museums, factories, and workshops are an essential part of our approach, connecting academic learning with real-world contexts.
We aim to provide a holistic education that balances academic excellence with personal development, creativity, and well-being—preparing our students not only for exams, but for life.
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