Senior School - Cover Teacher (Freelance / Occasional Cover)

Location:

Lisbon, PT

Date: 12 Feb 2026

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 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 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:

PaRK International School is seeking Senior School Cover Teachers with recurring availability to provide short-term, occasional cover on a freelance basis (recibos verdes).

Cover may be required across Key Stage 3, IGCSE and/or IB Diploma Programme classes, depending on subject expertise. Immediate availability is an advantage. This is not a fixed-term contract, and cover requests may be for a single day or brief periods throughout the academic year. By applying, you will join a longlist of educators who may be contacted when cover is required.

This is an exciting period of growth for PaRK International School. We value educators who bring subject expertise, adaptability, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to high academic standards and student well-being.

Your application will be reviewed and kept on file for future cover needs. We will contact you should a suitable opportunity arise or if additional information is required.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

A relevant university degree (subject-specific for Senior School teaching)
Strong subject knowledge and experience teaching secondary-level students
An understanding of international curricula (IGCSE and/or IB experience is an advantage)
Effective classroom management skills
Strong organisational and communication skills
Flexibility and responsiveness to short-notice cover requests
A positive, proactive and professional attitude
A genuine commitment to student progress and well-being
Confidence using ICT to support teaching and learning
A mindset focused on continuous professional growth

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