Teacher of French for September 2026
Runnymede CollegeTeaching
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed17 December 2025
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
Runnymede College is a private, non-denominational British institution located in Madrid, providing a British-style education to students of all nationalities from ages two to eighteen. The curriculum adheres to the British National Curriculum.
Established as a private school in September 1967, Runnymede College inaugurated its primary section in 1987, and since 1990, the entire school has been situated in La Moraleja, a northern district of Madrid. The school is organized into three sections: 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 students achieved A-A* grades at A level, surpassing the 48% A*-A grades attained by independent schools in England this year. Furthermore, 67% of our students earned A*-A grades at IGCSE, which is notably higher than the 48% of A*-A grades reported by the English independent school sector at GCSE level.
Among the graduating class of 2025, 83% of students heading to the UK are set to enroll in Top 10 universities, as per the Sunday Times Good University Guide. Prestigious institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, and LSE are among those welcoming our graduates this year. In the United States, students have already begun their studies at renowned colleges including Harvard, Columbia, UPenn, and Brown.
Several of our students will remain in Spain, attending esteemed institutions such as ICADE, IE, and ICAI, while others will pursue education in leading European universities in France and Ireland.
We invite you to be part of a stimulating and fulfilling educational environment, both inside and outside the classroom. Candidates should be eager to engage actively in the school’s co-curricular activities.
We are currently seeking a full-time French teacher for September 2026 to instruct students in Years 7-13 and prepare them for IGCSE and A Level examinations.
The ideal candidate will possess:
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a good honours degree
•
a PGCE or equivalent qualified teacher status for French language instruction
•
prior experience teaching IGCSE and A Level French
•
experience in preparing students for the French language proficiency DELF (B2) and DALF (C1) exams
•
native-level proficiency in French
•
strong teamwork abilities and a willingness to collaborate on planning and resources
•
the capacity to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual student needs
•
high expectations for student effort and behavior, supported by effective classroom management skills
•
organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
•
motivation and initiative to contribute positively to the department’s success
•
a solid understanding of ICT systems and their application in educational settings
Additional preferred (but not required) qualifications include:
•
previous experience in an international school setting
•
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 deadline for applications is Friday, April 17, 2026.
For any inquiries, please email employment@runnymede-college.com.
Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted, with first-round interviews conducted via Zoom on a rolling basis. The final round of interviews will occur in person at Runnymede College in Madrid. The School reserves the right to appoint before the application deadline if a suitable candidate is identified. If you do not receive a response within six weeks of your application submission, please consider your application unsuccessful.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our hiring decisions are based on the skills, experience, and attributes essential for the role. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Runnymede is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting child welfare, and all applicants must be prepared to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office.
Established as a private school in September 1967, Runnymede College inaugurated its primary section in 1987, and since 1990, the entire school has been situated in La Moraleja, a northern district of Madrid. The school is organized into three sections: 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 students achieved A-A* grades at A level, surpassing the 48% A*-A grades attained by independent schools in England this year. Furthermore, 67% of our students earned A*-A grades at IGCSE, which is notably higher than the 48% of A*-A grades reported by the English independent school sector at GCSE level.
Among the graduating class of 2025, 83% of students heading to the UK are set to enroll in Top 10 universities, as per the Sunday Times Good University Guide. Prestigious institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, and LSE are among those welcoming our graduates this year. In the United States, students have already begun their studies at renowned colleges including Harvard, Columbia, UPenn, and Brown.
Several of our students will remain in Spain, attending esteemed institutions such as ICADE, IE, and ICAI, while others will pursue education in leading European universities in France and Ireland.
We invite you to be part of a stimulating and fulfilling educational environment, both inside and outside the classroom. Candidates should be eager to engage actively in the school’s co-curricular activities.
We are currently seeking a full-time French teacher for September 2026 to instruct students in Years 7-13 and prepare them for IGCSE and A Level examinations.
The ideal candidate will possess:
•
a good honours degree
•
a PGCE or equivalent qualified teacher status for French language instruction
•
prior experience teaching IGCSE and A Level French
•
experience in preparing students for the French language proficiency DELF (B2) and DALF (C1) exams
•
native-level proficiency in French
•
strong teamwork abilities and a willingness to collaborate on planning and resources
•
the capacity to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual student needs
•
high expectations for student effort and behavior, supported by effective classroom management skills
•
organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
•
motivation and initiative to contribute positively to the department’s success
•
a solid understanding of ICT systems and their application in educational settings
Additional preferred (but not required) qualifications include:
•
previous experience in an international school setting
•
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 deadline for applications is Friday, April 17, 2026.
For any inquiries, please email employment@runnymede-college.com.
Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted, with first-round interviews conducted via Zoom on a rolling basis. The final round of interviews will occur in person at Runnymede College in Madrid. The School reserves the right to appoint before the application deadline if a suitable candidate is identified. If you do not receive a response within six weeks of your application submission, please consider your application unsuccessful.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our hiring decisions are based on the skills, experience, and attributes essential for the role. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Runnymede is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting child welfare, and all applicants must be prepared to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office.