Pre-Prep School Teacher Assistant for September 2026
About This Role
Runnymede College, a non-denominational British private school situated in Madrid, offers a British education for children aged two to eighteen, embracing a diverse student body from various nationalities. Our curriculum follows the British National Curriculum.
Founded as a private school in September 1967, our primary division launched in 1987, and since 1990, the entire institution has been located in La Moraleja, in the northern region of Madrid. The school is divided into three main stages: Pre-Prep (Pre Nursery to Year 3), Prep (Years 4 to 8), and Senior School (Years 9 to 13).
Runnymede College is recognized for its outstanding academic achievements. In June 2025, 57% of our students earned A-A* at A level, exceeding the 48% of A*-A grades achieved by independent schools in England this year. Furthermore, 67% of our students received A*-A grades at IGCSE, a significant accomplishment compared to the 48% of A*-A grades at GCSE in the English private school sector.
Among our graduating class of 2025, 83% of those pursuing university in the UK will enroll in Top 10 institutions as per the Sunday Times Good University Guide. This year’s graduates will be welcomed by prestigious universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, and LSE. In the United States, students have embarked on their higher education journeys at distinguished colleges including Harvard, Columbia, UPenn, and Brown, among others.
Some of our students will continue their studies in Spain at leading institutions such as ICADE, IE, and ICAI, while others will explore further education opportunities at top universities across Europe, including in France and Ireland.
We invite you to join a dynamic and rewarding educational community, both inside and outside the classroom. Applicants should be ready to participate actively in the school’s co-curricular programs.
We are currently on the lookout for a Teacher Assistant (TA) for our Pre-Prep School, with a start date set for September 2026.
Skills and Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a British university or an equivalent qualification
- At least 2 years of experience as a Teaching Assistant
- Familiarity with the British National Curriculum
- Understanding of Phonics and Early Reading instruction
- Proficiency in early Mathematics using a mastery approach
- Candidates must demonstrate a native level of spoken and written English
- Ability to work with individual children, groups, or assist the teacher in the classroom
- Effectiveness in working both independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Previous experience in an international school is preferred but not mandatory
- Confidence in employing technology effectively for teaching and learning
Values and Attitudes:
- A sincere passion for early childhood education and supporting the growth of young learners
- A commitment to creating a safe and inclusive learning space
- A dedication to safeguarding
If you meet these qualifications and are enthusiastic about nurturing the growth and development of young learners at Runnymede College, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. To apply, please complete the TES application form and submit your CV along with a cover letter, including reference contact details. For any questions, please contact employment@runnymede-college.com.
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted, with initial interviews taking place via Zoom on an ongoing basis. The final round will occur in person at Runnymede College in Madrid. The School reserves the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the application deadline. If you do not receive a response within six weeks of your application, please assume your application has not been successful.
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. Our hiring decisions are based on the skills, experience, and qualifications necessary for the role. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Runnymede is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening for the role, including checks with previous employers and the ACRO Criminal Records Office.