Head of IB English

Location:

Palmela, PT

Date: 18 Jan 2026

Application closing date: Interviews will be ongoing

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:

St. Peter’s International School, located in Palmela near Lisbon, serves around 1,500 students from 4 months to 18 years on a modern 37,000 m² campus. The school offers a bilingual curriculum (Portuguese/English), Cambridge programmes, and the International Baccalaureate, alongside boarding options for older students. With excellent facilities, small class sizes, and a strong culture of academic excellence, St. Peter’s provides an inspiring environment for both students and teachers.

We are seeking a passionate and highly qualified Head of IB English to lead and deliver the IB English Language & Literature and/or Literature programmes starting in August for the next academic year. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced educator committed to academic excellence, inspiring students, fostering critical thinking, and supporting a high-quality English department.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register, please click here:
https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/7236/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead, develop, and oversee the IB English curriculum and teaching team.
Design and deliver engaging, differentiated IB English lessons for diverse learners.
Use innovative teaching methods, including inquiry-based learning and digital tools.
Monitor student progress, ensuring high academic standards and effective assessment practices.
Support curriculum planning, standardisation, and departmental development.
Foster a respectful, inclusive classroom culture and promote student well-being.
Collaborate with senior leadership, contribute to whole-school initiatives, and participate in extracurricular activities.
Engage in ongoing professional development and uphold safeguarding policies.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

A degree in English, Education, or a related field (teaching qualification required).
Proven experience teaching IB English (Language & Literature and/or Literature).
Previous experience in a leadership or coordination role (preferred).
A passion for inspiring students and promoting academic and personal growth.
Excellent communication, leadership, collaboration, and organisational skills.
Experience in an international or multicultural school environment (preferred).
Strong command of English and a clear commitment to student well-being.

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