PYP Primary Teacher - August 2027 start

ROLE SUMMARY:

Sotogrande International School, part of the Inspired Education Group, is seeking to appoint an outstanding Primary Teacher to join our team from August 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, creative and dedicated educator to join our Primary School, delivering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and inspiring students to become curious, confident and independent lifelong learners within a vibrant international learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who is passionate about inquiry-based learning, student-centred teaching and creating meaningful learning experiences that support the academic, social and emotional development of every child.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 23rd January 2027. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2027. For more information and to register, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/10814/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and differentiated learning experiences in line with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP).
• Create meaningful opportunities for inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to ask questions, explore ideas, think critically and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and stimulating classroom environment where every child feels valued, supported and encouraged to achieve their full potential.
• Support the academic, social, emotional and personal development of students.
• Use a range of formative and summative assessment strategies to monitor student progress, identify learning needs and inform future planning.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's progress and development.
• Differentiate teaching and learning to meet the diverse needs, abilities and learning styles of students.
• Promote international-mindedness, intercultural understanding and the development of the IB learner profile attributes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop an engaging, coherent and challenging curriculum that reflects the principles and philosophy of the PYP.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A recognised teaching qualification from their home country or another internationally recognised teacher training qualification.
• A degree in Primary Education, Education or a relevant subject.
• Full teacher qualification and the ability to demonstrate the professional knowledge and skills required to teach in a Primary School setting.
• Experience teaching within Primary Education, ideally across a range of primary age groups.
• Knowledge of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), with previous PYP teaching experience being a strong advantage.
• An understanding of inquiry-based learning, student-centred approaches and concept-driven curriculum development.
• A genuine passion for developing children's curiosity, creativity, independence and love of learning.
• Excellent classroom management skills and the ability to create a positive, nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• The ability to differentiate learning and support students with a range of abilities, backgrounds and learning needs.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Visa sponsorship can be offered for the right candidate. 

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.