Teacher of Nursery & Infant School - starting 1st September 2026

About Our School

The English International School of Padua (EISP) is recognized as one of the leading international schools in the Veneto region, serving students aged 1 to 18 years. Since its founding in 1987, EISP has become the preferred choice for international and Italian families seeking outstanding educational opportunities for their children.

EISP operates independently from other international institutions while maintaining connections with ECIS, the Cambridge Examining Board, and is recognized as an IB World School.

Our Mission

Our educational mission is to equip students with essential tools for realizing their full potential in a supportive international learning environment that inspires them to pursue excellence every day.

We guide our students on this significant and ambitious journey by:

• providing a welcoming, safe, inclusive, and supportive educational atmosphere;

• establishing a strong foundation in knowledge and skills;

• nurturing critical thinking, open-mindedness, and global awareness;

• promoting intercultural understanding and respect;

• enhancing self-confidence and encouraging independent learning;

• stimulating creativity, curiosity, and imagination.

EISP strives to prepare students to become global citizens and lifelong learners, ready to tackle the challenges of a complex world through a holistic approach that addresses all aspects of personal development.

Our Vision

EISP is dedicated to fostering a future where every student emerges as an empowered global citizen, well-equipped to succeed in a constantly evolving world. Our goal is to excel in educational quality, nurturing innovation and leadership, alongside a lifelong love for learning. We plan to expand our campus, enhance our extracurricular offerings, and maintain competitive fees to ensure high-quality education is accessible to all. Through these commitments, we inspire our students to make meaningful contributions to society and lead fulfilling lives.

Joining Our Team

The academic year at the school runs from September to June.

All job postings include specific closing dates, but we encourage early applications as we reserve the right to appoint candidates before the deadline. Detailed information will be shared only with shortlisted applicants. Interviews are generally conducted via Google Meet/Zoom and will include at least two members of the senior leadership team.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and third parties to uphold this commitment. Thorough recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will take place prior to any appointment being finalized.

Diversity: Our success is built on our staff, and we value the diversity among us. We believe this variety enhances global citizenship and reflects the significance of each individual's contributions, irrespective of personal characteristics or backgrounds.

Equal Opportunities: We are devoted to promoting and ensuring equality of opportunity across all areas of our community.

Wellbeing: We fully support the protection, promotion, and enhancement of the well-being of all members of our community.

Privacy: For details on how your data is processed, please consult the recruitment privacy policy available on the school's website.

We eagerly anticipate your application and look forward to welcoming you to our team.