Physical Education teacher

Closing date: 2nd July 2025
Contract start date: 1st August 2025
Hours: Full-time
Contract length: Initially 2 years, renewable by mutual agreement
Salary: Competitive

Are you seeking a position where you can truly make a difference? Do you aspire to work in an engaging international environment with a rapidly growing global educational organization? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to become part of our esteemed International School.

We are in search of a dedicated, dynamic, and enthusiastic teacher to join our skilled team of PE and Swimming educators. The ideal candidate will possess the motivation and passion to cultivate a unique, inspiring, and exceptional learning atmosphere. You will have the ability to inspire and challenge students, facilitating their swift progress while demonstrating a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. Our PE and Swimming department is well-respected, collaborative, supportive, and fully equipped.

Britannica International School, Budapest
Britannica International School stands as the oldest British School in Hungary, serving students aged five to eighteen. Our Primary phase is thriving and highly sought after, complemented by an outstanding secondary school. Our educational framework is based on the National Curriculum for England, aptly enhanced to reflect our genuinely international character. In the Secondary Department, students prepare for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), Advanced Subsidiary Levels (AS), and Advanced Levels (A Levels), which provide them with prestigious diplomas for entry into top universities worldwide, including Oxford and Cambridge. Our recent public examination results have surpassed the UK national average, and our A-level grades have enabled many students to gain admission to prestigious universities in Hungary and beyond. The school is a registered Cambridge International Examinations Centre and a full member of the Council of International Schools.

Orbital Education
Britannica International School, Budapest is part of the Orbital Education group, a growing network of internationally recognized schools that specialize in delivering the English National Curriculum to a diverse student body aged 5 to 18. In addition to our institution in Budapest, the Orbital Education group includes schools in Mallorca, Spain, Slovenia, China, Mexico, Ecuador, and the Middle East, with plans to expand into new regions globally. In this role, you will have the chance to collaborate with teaching staff across the group to help our students reach their full potential. After two years of successful service, you may also be considered for positions at other schools within the group, offering opportunities for career advancement while exploring the world.

Duties and responsibilities specific to the position: Our teachers are accountable for delivering high-quality education in a well-organized, enjoyable, and safe environment. They collaborate with fellow educators in both medium and short-term planning, set targets, and monitor progress to ensure that each student is challenged and achieves their best possible outcomes. Teachers also engage in the broader life of the school, enriching the educational experience for all students.

Candidates should be outstanding teaching practitioners who are committed to their profession. They must lead by example and possess excellent IT, organizational, and communication skills. For further details, please consult the separate Job Description and Person Specification provided.

Applications
To apply, please send an email including a cover letter addressed to Mr. Neil McGarry, School Principal, along with a color photograph and an updated CV that lists two referees, one of whom should be your most recent employer. Interested candidates should review the job profile and person specification and ensure their cover letter highlights how their experience, knowledge, and skills align with those of the ideal candidate.

Please submit applications to: recruitment@britannicaschool.hu
Closing date: The deadline for applications is 2nd July 2025. The school reserves the right to appoint before this date. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly by Mr. Neil McGarry, School Principal.

Safer recruitment
Britannica International School, Budapest is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. Appointment to this position is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and checks in other countries. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and therefore all convictions, cautions, and bind-overs, including those considered ‘spent’, must be disclosed. We operate an equal opportunities policy.