About This Role
ROLE SUMMARY:
King's College School, Cascais, part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group, is a leading international school in the Lisbon area. We offer a global education through the Cambridge International curriculum up to Year 10, supported by a bilingual Portuguese–English program up to Year 5. Our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development prepares students for success in top universities worldwide.
We are seeking a passionate and well-qualified English Teacher to join our Senior School. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging, high-quality lessons that promote strong literacy, critical thinking, and a love of literature. As part of the Inspired network, you will benefit from excellent resources, collaborative colleagues, and meaningful professional development, while contributing to the wider pastoral and co-curricular life of the school.
In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/7236/
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Deliver inspiring and interactive English lessons that support and challenge all students.
Plan and implement high-quality schemes of work aligned with the school’s curriculum.
Assess, track, and report on student progress, ensuring strong academic development.
Create a supportive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
Contribute to pastoral duties and the holistic well-being of students.
Use ICT effectively to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment.
Collaborate with colleagues across departments to promote best practice and consistency.
Participate in co-curricular activities, clubs, and school events as part of community life.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE A recognized teaching qualification (BEd, PGCE, or equivalent) and a degree in a relevant field. Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for teaching English. Strong classroom practice and the ability to secure good progress for all learners. Outstanding organizational and planning skills. A positive, flexible attitude and openness to innovation and development. Experience with IGCSE and/or IB programmes (highly desirable).SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.