Upper KS2 Teacher

International School of Madrid is a leading international school in Spain, committed to providing high-quality education based on the United Kingdom curriculum. We foster a supportive and dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The International School of Madrid is a well-established and successful school in the heart of Madrid. Since 1971 we have been providing students with a broad and balanced British education. Now home to over 950 students aged between 2 and 18, the school follows the English National Curriculum and is known for its child-centred approach, happy atmosphere and excellent standards of academic achievement. The school is conveniently located in the residential area of Charmartín. The school is a founder member of NABSS.

Many schools call themselves a family school but this is 100% the case here at ISM. Family-owned since its inception our focus is not profit but the creation of a learning environment where students thrive. Management decisions are solely focused on the learners in the school, not investors demanding a return.

A family school where each child is known individually and their pathway to success, whatever it may be, is supported. Staff meet and greet each child by name. Our families stay in the school - grandchildren of our alumni are current students.

Our recent parent survey revealed 92.2% as satisfied or very satisfied with the quality of education and 97% feeling their child is safe and happy in school. Inspection reports highlight the school as having strong core values and made it clear they were embodied in the spirit of the school.

Pupils have respect for each other, for their teachers, their family and their environment. The loyalty they have to each other is undoubted; the friendships that abide are clear in our alumni events where the friendship forged here at ISM survive and indeed thrive. Within our community, these values give us a sense of purpose and direction.

The school's strength is its longevity. As a founding member of NABSS, the association of 80+ British Schools in Spain, we have grown and succeeded hand in hand with our families. Our students leave us to the best universities in the world: Oxbridge, Russell Group, Ivy League and the best universities in Spain and the EU.

Outstanding Learner Awards, given by the UK examination boards, are awarded to students who achieve the highest marks in GCSE & A-Level subjects globally. ISM students have received more of these awards than any other school in Spain and have done so across a range of subjects. This outstanding success is testament to the quality of learning and teaching at ISM.

We offer our students the opportunity to be creative but also develop the values we embed in our curriculum. We want to help them be good people alongside realising their potential in a world of work and life. ISM students leave us with a high degree of literacy and numeracy, fluency in at least two languages but also equipped with the problem-solving, collaborative skills and emotional intelligence to thrive in the world

We are currently seeking an experienced Upper KS2 Teacher to join our Primary team. This position offers the opportunity to teach and inspire children in upper Key Stage 2, delivering engaging lessons that promote academic excellence and personal growth.

Position: Upper KS2 Teacher
Location: Madrid, Spain
Curriculum: United Kingdom
Education Stage: Elementary/Primary School
Subject Area: Primary/Elementary/Childhood Education

Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field (minimum requirement)
- At least 5 years of teaching experience at the primary level, preferably with UK curriculum exposure
- Strong knowledge of the UK National Curriculum for Key Stage 2
- Excellent classroom management skills and ability to create an inclusive learning environment
- Effective communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
- Ability to plan engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning needs

Values and Attitudes:
- Passionate about fostering student development both academically and personally
- Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice
- Collaborative mindset with willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Respectful, patient, empathetic approach towards students from diverse backgrounds
- Enthusiastic about creating a positive school culture that promotes respect, responsibility, and resilience

If you are dedicated to making a difference in children’s lives through quality education within an international setting, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role at International School of Madrid - Secondary.