Bilingual Primary English Teacher

Location:

Cascais, PT

Date: 22 Apr 2026

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 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 14,000 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:

King's College School, Cascais, part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group, is a leading international school in the Lisbon area. We are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated Bilingual Primary English Teacher to deliver a high-quality, integrated English-Portuguese curriculum.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Curriculum Delivery: Teach engaging, inquiry-based lessons that integrate English with core primary subjects, fostering foundational literacy, phonics, and creative writing skills.
Collaboration & Pedagogy: Partner closely with Portuguese lead teachers to align cross-curricular themes, ensuring a seamless bilingual experience and using data to provide scaffolded support for diverse learners.
Classroom & Pastoral Care: Maintain a nurturing and stimulating environment that supports socio-emotional growth, helping young learners build confidence in a dual-language setting.
Community: Proactively engage with parents to support the home-school language connection and contribute to the vibrant life of the primary school community.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Qualifications: A recognized teaching qualification (BEd, PGCE, or equivalent) with a specific focus on Primary Education or Early Years.
Experience: Proven experience teaching the primary curriculum, ideally within bilingual or international settings, with a strong understanding of EAL (English as an Additional Language) strategies.
Language & Tech: Native or near-native English proficiency, with a deep understanding of phonics instruction and the ability to integrate educational technology to enhance interactive learning.
Attributes: Exceptional communication skills, a nurturing and patient approach, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively in a co-teaching environment.

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