PE Secondary Teacher

Holy Mary British Catholic School began its journey as a nursery in Madrid, inspired by the vision of its founders, Marta and María Riva de Aldama. It was established to provide a British-style education rooted in Catholic values for parents seeking this option for their children. Due to growing demand from families, the school expanded to offer primary education and subsequently opened a secondary school. The outstanding IGCSE and A level results, along with the university destinations of our graduates, can be found on our website. Currently, we are the only British Catholic school located in central Madrid, serving approximately 700 students.

We are proud members of NABSS, CISC, and ACADE.

Over the next two years, Holy Mary British Catholic School will pursue controlled growth, focusing on continuous improvement and delivering a creative, inclusive curriculum. Our community consists of exceptional teachers, engaged students, and supportive parents. We are dedicated to maintaining our warm and friendly working environment and are looking to recruit inspiring educators to uphold this atmosphere and join our team of diligent, talented, and enthusiastic professionals.

Position

We are seeking an experienced secondary teacher of physical education for a start date in September 2025.

Suitable candidates should possess:

• A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience
• British or EU citizenship (assistance in obtaining any required work permits will be provided)
• Qualified Teacher Status
• A mindset that aligns with our Catholic ethos
• A strong commitment to safeguarding all children

Applicants must:

• Be proficient in teaching KS2, KS3, KS4, and IGCSE PE
• Have the ability to motivate students, regardless of their sporting background
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills
• Be dedicated teaching practitioners who are caring, enthusiastic, and committed
• Maintain high expectations regarding student achievement and behavior
• Be effective team players
• Have knowledge of the research findings of Hattie and Dweck

We offer a competitive salary, particularly for Spain, along with the chance to experience a lifestyle change by living and working in the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Madrid.

To apply, please complete the attached application form, including the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three referees—one of whom must be your current employer—a cover letter no longer than two sides of A4, and a recent photograph. Submit your application to Apply via the WhatSchool platform.

The deadline for applications is Monday, 3rd February 2025.

Holy Mary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening relevant to the position, which includes checks on previous employment through the appropriate police channels and the Disclosure & Barring Service.