Head of Early Years and Lower Primary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Early Years and Lower Primary to join us at The British College of Andorra, in the heart of the Pyrenees mountains.

The role would suit an inspirational teacher who has the ambition to play an active part in the development of a forward-thinking school. Candidates from the UK seeking their first overseas position or international teachers with experience of a British curriculum are encouraged to apply.

Flexibility and adaptability will be fundamental to success as will experience, drive and a sense of humour. You would join a very happy team of teachers who have all helped create our wonderful school and who are fully committed to the school’s future success.

We are looking for an experienced teacher who has a developed understanding of the difference between performance and learning, a broad and knowledgable approach to assessment and feedback, a commitment to outdoor learning, and a research-informed 'playful pedagogy' aligned with the BCA definition of High Quality Learning, namely that effective learning:       

• is encouraged within authentic contexts;      
• is constructivist, and inquiry-based;      
• is cyclical and progressive;      
• is both individualised and collaborative;       
• fosters student agency;       
• promotes intercultural understanding.

In all of these respects, you should be able to influence, inspire and bring out the best in students, colleagues and parents.

Candidate Specifications:     

• Qualified Teacher Status - essential     
• Recognised Bachelor’s degree - essential     
• Early Years teaching experience - essential     
• Knowledge and understanding of a British curriculum - essential         
• Experience teaching second language students - desirable     

The post offers a unique opportunity to live in a spectacular natural environment with outdoor pursuits such as skiing, cycling, climbing and mountain walking on your doorstep, and with low tax advantages. The school, which currently has over 200 students, is situated just outside Andorra la Vella in a stunning mountainside location. We are 3 hours by road from Barcelona and Toulouse. We are a candidate school for the IB Diploma Programme.

The monthly net salary after social security and low tax deductions is just over €2400, plus a significant leadership stipend. This is significantly higher than an equivalent role in neighbouring Spain, and Andorra is a country where the cost of living is more favourable than most major European cities or the UK. The school offers excellent support in setting up accommodation (agency fees and deposit paid by the school) and the cost of your legal entry into Andorra is fully covered. Upon arrival in Andorra, a week in a city centre hotel is provided whilst you find an apartment to live.

Please apply via the TES Portal. Applications should include your full CV plus a letter of a maximum of 2 sides of A4 stating why you are suitable for the position and location. References will be taken up for short listed candidates and police certificates will be required from all previous countries of residence. Early applications are encouraged are encouraged and an appointment could be made for a suitable candidate before the closing date.