Teacher of French (KS2-KS3) & Spanish (IB Ab Initio)

Location:

Barcelona, ES

Date: 21 Jul 2025

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The British College of Gavà is a premium international school located just outside Barcelona, offering a British-style education for students aged 3 to 18. As part of the Inspired Education Group, our school blends academic rigour with creativity, critical thinking, and global-mindedness.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and passionate Teacher of French and Spanish to join our dynamic languages faculty from the 2025–26 academic year. The successful candidate will teach French from Year 3 to Year 9, and Spanish Ab Initio within the IB Diploma Programme.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deliver engaging and high-quality French lessons from Year 3 to Year 9 (ages 7–14), aligned with the UK National Curriculum
Teach Spanish Ab Initio within the IB Diploma Programme, focusing on students with no prior knowledge of Spanish
Foster a stimulating, inclusive and language-rich learning environment
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs and abilities of students
Collaborate with colleagues in planning, assessment and curriculum development
Support the wider life of the school, including events, trips and co-curricular activities

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Native-level proficiency in French (French native preferred)
Degree in Languages, Education or a related field
Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE or equivalent)
Experience teaching within the UK curriculum is essential
Experience with the IB Diploma Programme, especially Ab Initio courses, is an advantage
Strong classroom management, communication and intercultural skills
Passionate about language acquisition and committed to student progress and wellbeing
Eligible to work in Spain

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com