Teacher of Economics

Are you a qualified, inspiring, and highly driven educator with a passion for teaching Economics? Do you have experience and a proven track record in teaching at Key Stage 4 and A Level? If you are looking for a fresh opportunity at a thriving international school, we invite you to consider this exciting position.

About the School

Baleares International College (BIC) https://balearesint.net/campuses/sa-porassa-campus is the largest British-owned school in Mallorca, offering an education grounded in the English National Curriculum to 485 students aged 5 to 18 in Sa Porrassa, a picturesque rural area near the southwest coast of Mallorca. We are accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education following a thorough inspection and recommendation from the British Council, and we are proud to be a founding member of the National Association of British Schools in Spain (NABSS). Additionally, we are affiliated with COBIS, the Council of British International Schools. In October 2025, we received an exceptionally positive BSO inspection.

About the Opportunity

We are excited to offer a position within our Humanities team at our all-through school. Our team is composed of experienced professionals, as demonstrated by outstanding exam results, high expectations, and excellent subject knowledge, along with effective collaboration. If you possess a deep passion for Economics, a positive attitude, and high expectations for your students, we encourage you to apply. We are particularly looking for a candidate who is a strong team player, possesses a good sense of humor, is caring and genuine, hardworking and resilient, with a firm belief that all children can succeed.

The ideal candidate will actively contribute to the development and execution of the school’s strategic plan, helping to fulfill our mission to be the top choice for education on the island. As a British institution focusing on the National Curriculum for a diverse international student body, strong proficiency in English is essential, and we prefer applications from native-level English speakers.

For further details, please refer to the principal's letter and the separate Job Profile.

Benefits of working at an Orbital Education School

Baleares International College is part of the Orbital Education Group, a growing International Education organization dedicated to providing high-quality education globally. We serve over 7,500 students from 128 nationalities, guiding them to prestigious universities. Our expanding network includes schools in Spain, Hungary, Slovenia, Albania, China, Mexico, Ecuador, and the Middle East, with exciting plans for new schools worldwide.

Working closely with colleagues from Orbital Education, you will have opportunities to enhance your expertise and broaden your experience:

• Join a stimulating and collaborative environment with continuous professional development opportunities.

• Be part of a diverse international school community, collaborating with colleagues who have extensive expertise in international education and business operations.

• Enjoy competitive working conditions and additional benefits.

Living and working in Mallorca

Mallorca is a relaxed, friendly, and cosmopolitan island that offers numerous advantages for those working here. With its stunning beaches and coves along a 550 km coastline, and the majestic Serra de Tramuntana Mountain range, the island's landscape ensures you are never far from nature. The vibrant city of Palma de Mallorca, steeped in history and rich in architecture, shops, and restaurants, is also nearby, making it one of Spain’s major cities.

Additionally, affordable and short-haul transport options from Palma de Mallorca Airport provide easy access to the UK and other beautiful cities in Europe, making travel opportunities plentiful.

Applications - Interested candidates should submit their applications via email, including a supporting statement and an updated CV with the contact information for two referees, one of whom should be your most recent employer. Shortlisted candidates will be required to fill out a complete application form prior to the interview process. We encourage applicants to review the job profile and ensure their supporting statement clearly outlines their relevant experience, motivation for the role, and expected impact.

The application should not exceed 1000 words.

Please send your application to the principal: alison.colwell@balearesint.net

Please note that applications submitted directly through TES will not be considered, as we prefer candidates to provide a tailored application specifically for BIC and this position.

The deadline for applications is 10th April 2026. However, preliminary interviews will be conducted online and may begin immediately after the advertisement is posted. Given the anticipated interest, we often appoint candidates before the closing date, so early applications are strongly encouraged. If you have not heard from us by 17th April, please assume your application has not been successful at this time.

Safeguarding – Baleares International College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff and stakeholders to share this commitment. As part of our safeguarding measures, all candidates will undergo background checks and an International Child Protection Certificate administered by ACRO (https://www.acro.police.uk/icpc/) if they have previously worked or lived in the UK, along with prohibition checks as necessary and/or police record disclosures from their most recent country of residence.