Head of English for Senior School for September 2026

Runnymede College, a private non-denominational British institution situated in Madrid, offers a British education to students aged two to eighteen from various national backgrounds. Our curriculum is in line with the British National Curriculum.

Founded in September 1967 as a private educational establishment, our primary school welcomed its first students in 1987, and since 1990, the entire school has been located in La Moraleja, in the northern part of Madrid. The school is divided into three segments: Pre-Prep (Pre Nursery to Year 3), Prep (Years 4 to 8), and Senior School (Years 9 to 13).

Runnymede College is known for its high academic achievements. In June 2025, 57% of our students attained A-A* grades at A level, exceeding the 48% A*-A grades achieved in independent schools throughout England this year. Furthermore, 67% of our pupils received A*-A grades at IGCSE, which is also higher than the 48% A*-A grades at GCSE in the English independent school sector.

In the graduating class of 2025, 83% of students intending to enroll in UK universities will be attending institutions ranked in the Top 10 according to the Sunday Times Good University Guide. This year’s graduates will gain admission to prestigious UK universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, and LSE. Students heading to the US have commenced their studies at esteemed colleges including Harvard, Columbia, UPenn, and Brown, among others.

Some of our students will continue their education in Spain at respected institutions such as ICADE, IE, and ICAI, while others will pursue studies at leading universities across Europe in countries like France and Ireland.

Join a vibrant and fulfilling educational environment, both within and outside the classroom. Candidates should be willing to actively participate in the school’s co-curricular programs.

Position Available

We are currently on the lookout for an exceptional Head of Department for English to join our Senior School team starting September 2026.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a profound enthusiasm for English and a strong dedication to achieving excellent outcomes for students at all levels. They should be skilled at engaging and motivating students through effective teaching strategies and personalized instruction.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A good honours degree from a British University
• A PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification in English
• Previous experience as a Head of Department
• Outstanding leadership qualities
• The ability to tailor learning strategies to accommodate the needs of individual students
• High expectations for student engagement and behavior, supported by proven classroom management skills
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively
• Native-level proficiency in English
• A solid understanding of ICT systems and their application in the classroom

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred but not essential qualifications include:

• Experience in an international school environment
• Recent teaching experience in a UK school

To apply, please complete the online application form and attach your CV along with a cover letter.

The application deadline is Friday, 17th April 2026.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted; initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom on a rolling basis. The final round of interviews will take place in person at Runnymede College in Madrid. The school reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the application deadline. If you do not receive a response within six weeks of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Hiring decisions are based on the skills, experience, and attributes essential for the role. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Runnymede is dedicated to safeguarding and enhancing the welfare of children, and applicants are encouraged to apply via the WhatSchool platform.