PE Teacher

Join us in Madrid as a Physical Education Teacher for KS2 to KS5.

In this role, you will engage with enthusiastic students across KS2 to KS5, potentially including IGCSE PE, in an environment where physical education and sports are highly valued. You will teach classes of around 25 pupils, utilizing excellent outdoor sports facilities. Our students often pursue degrees in Medicine, Engineering, and Business at prestigious universities throughout Europe and the UK.

Holy Mary is an independent British Catholic school located in Madrid, established in 2009. We operate outside of a corporate framework, allowing for decision-making that occurs within our community rather than in a distant office. This structure reduces bureaucracy and enables you to teach in a manner that aligns with your beliefs.

Why choose Madrid?

Madrid stands out as one of Europe’s most vibrant cities, boasting approximately 300 sunny days each year, a rich culinary scene, efficient public transport, and a cost of living that is notably lower than other major capitals like London or Dublin. The city features a lively international community, direct flights to nearly all European capitals, and an exceptional quality of life.

Many educators who initially come for a year often find themselves staying for many more.

What we provide:

• Salary: 32,000 — 40,000 EUR gross/year, depending on your qualifications and experience.

• Employment: Permanent contract from the first day (‘contrato indefinido’ as per Spanish labor law).

• Professional growth: Annual CPD program, funding for training, and opportunities to spearhead departmental projects.

• Comprehensive relocation and benefits package for international applicants (details discussed during the interview).

• Visa and paperwork assistance: We fully support the process for work permits and local regulations, guiding you through the steps and reimbursing any related costs.

Why choose Holy Mary?

We pride ourselves on being a family-oriented school, founded and operated by educators, rather than being part of a larger corporate chain.

What does this look like in practice?

• You are valued as an individual. Our headteacher knows each teacher personally. Decisions are made through dialogue, not through impersonal HR systems.

• Our students are eager to learn, class sizes are manageable, parental support is strong, and student behavior is generally positive.

• Community is important. We celebrate milestones together, support one another, and nurture the culture that makes our school unique.

• Our Catholic identity is fundamental to our ethos, influencing our community, values, and interactions. We welcome staff from diverse cultures and backgrounds who resonate with these principles.

What we seek:

• QTS, PGCE, BEd, or an equivalent teaching qualification.

• An undergraduate degree in sports science or a closely related field.

• Experience with IGCSE PE is advantageous.

• A true passion for the subject and a commitment to helping all students reach their potential.

• A dedication to safeguarding and the welfare of children.

• We welcome British, EU, and international applicants and support visa applications.

Preferred: Experience in a British international school is a plus, but if you are a passionate PE teacher, we would love to hear from you.

Application process:

Please send your CV along with a brief cover letter to vacancies@holymary.es, detailing why you are interested in Holy Mary and what you would contribute to our PE department.

We evaluate applications upon receipt and conduct interviews promptly. Strong candidates may receive offers prior to any closing date.

Holy Mary British Catholic School is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are contingent on enhanced DBS and/or relevant police checks.

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