Pre-Prep School Teacher Assistant for September 2026

Runnymede College, a private non-denominational British institution located in Madrid, provides a British education to children aged two to eighteen, welcoming students from various nationalities. The curriculum adheres to the British National Curriculum.

Established as a private school in September 1967, the primary division was opened in 1987, and since 1990, the entire school has resided in La Moraleja, in the northern part of Madrid. The institution is structured into three segments: Pre-Prep (Pre Nursery to Year 3), Prep (Years 4 to 8), and Senior School (Years 9 to 13).

Runnymede College boasts high academic standards. In June 2025, 57% of our students attained A-A* at A level, surpassing the 48% of A*-A grades achieved by independent schools in England this year. Additionally, 67% of our pupils received A*-A grades at IGCSE, a remarkable accomplishment compared to the 48% of A*-A grades at GCSE in the English private school sector.

Among the graduating class of 2025, 83% of students planning to attend universities in the UK will enroll in Top 10 institutions, as ranked by the Sunday Times Good University Guide. Esteemed universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, and LSE will welcome this year's graduates. In the United States, students have begun their higher education journeys at prestigious colleges including Harvard, Columbia, UPenn, and Brown, among others.

Several of our students will remain in Spain, enrolling in top-tier institutions such as ICADE, IE, and ICAI, while others will pursue further education at leading universities across Europe in countries like France and Ireland.

We invite you to be part of a fulfilling and vibrant educational atmosphere, both inside and outside the classroom. Candidates should be prepared to engage actively in the school’s co-curricular activities.

We are currently seeking a Teacher Assistant (TA) for our Pre-Prep School, with a start date in September 2026.

Skills and Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a British university or an equivalent qualification
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Teaching Assistant
- Familiarity with the British National Curriculum
- Understanding of Phonics and Early Reading instruction
- Proficiency in early Mathematics using a mastery approach
- Successful candidates must possess a native level of spoken and written English
- Capability to work with individual children, groups, or assist the teacher within the classroom
- Ability to function effectively both independently and collaboratively
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
- Previous experience in an international school is preferred but not required
- Confidence in utilizing technology effectively for teaching and learning

Values and Attitudes:
- A genuine passion for early childhood education and fostering the development of young learners
- A dedication to establishing a safe and inclusive learning environment
- A commitment to safeguarding

If you fulfill these requirements and are eager to support the growth and development of young learners at Runnymede College, we encourage you to apply for this fulfilling role. To apply, please complete the TES application form and submit your CV and cover letter, including contact details for references. For any inquiries, please reach out to employment@runnymede-college.com.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted, with initial interviews conducted via Zoom on an ongoing basis. The final round will take place in person at Runnymede College in Madrid. The School reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date. If you do not receive a response within six weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our hiring decisions are based on the skills, experience, and attributes required for the position. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Runnymede is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be prepared to undergo appropriate child protection screening for the role, including checks with previous employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office.