Description

The role

Laude San Pedro International College is seeking to appoint an inspirational, committed and passionate Secondary School teacher of Mathematics, up to and including A-Level courses, for September 2023. The successful candidate will join our experienced and dynamic Mathematics department, who deliver an outstanding learning experience which goes well beyond the classroom. 

Our aim is to enable every child to achieve more than they dreamed possible, in a happy and inclusive environment where everyone is supported and encouraged to excel.

The Mathematics department consists of a team of highly experienced teachers delivering Mathematics as a core subject in Key Stage 3 and 4 and as a popular International A Level in Sixth Form. Prospective candidates will have the unique opportunity to assist the growth of the Maths department, ideally by delivering the International Further Maths syllabuses in iGCSE and iAL, as some classes in Key Stage 3.

Our department is characterised by a strong sense of collaboration and enthusiasm for their subjects and students. Members of the department have an excellent working relationship, which is extended to staff from other departments. The department’s main aim is to achieve the highest possible standards for all students, according to their individual abilities, and your role will form an integral part of this framework. 

The ideal candidate will have taught the Pearson International scheme of learning with knowledge of Mastery Mathematics to aid teaching and learning. The international scheme is carried from Key stage 3 to Key stage 5. Our students enjoy our online Sparx Maths homework platform and practise key skills learnt in class at home and in our lunch club. Teachers are expected to set homework on the platform once a week and recognise strengths and weaknesses from the results of the automatic marking. 

The department is passionate about our subject, ensuring that we celebrate Pi day, with cross curriculum events and activities, run chess competitions and clubs as well as the UKMT challenge for our students. 

The department is proud of their exam results in June 2022, with 64% A*-B at A Level and 100% pass rate for Further Mathematics. 

Currently we have a quarter of our GCSE students taking Further Mathematics and just over a third of our A Level students taking Further Maths A Level. These bright and gifted young adults have applied to do a range of apirational degrees at university, including Medicine, Aeronautical Engineering and Astrology with Astrophysics.

Preparing all of our students to be digital citizens, the ideal candidate will also have the opportunity to work in the ICT department at Key Stage 3. ICT and computing is a thriving department and forms a vital part in every pupil's development.

With three dedicated IT rooms, students at Key Stage 3 learn from a variety of IT topics, such as desktop publishing, modelling, robotics, emerging technologies, programming and data analysis. Students also practise game making as well as website and app building.

Want to be part of our wonderful department?

Do you have what it takes to nurture a young mathematically minded student to help them on their journey?

If the answer is yes, then we are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable mathematics teacher to join our expanding team. 

Our School

Laude San Pedro International College is an extremely successful, well-established and growing, co-educational day school approaching 1000 students from aged 3 to 18. Laude San Pedro is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP Schools) with over 60 schools across the globe. 

Learning is at the heart of everything that we do and we continuously strive to improve on the outcomes for all of the students in our care. We are determined to be the school of choice and always work to improve the academic and enriched experiences that we offer our whole community.

The school is located just south of Marbella in the beautiful seaside town of San Pedro de Alcantara. We are very fortunate to enjoy a diverse community with other 50 nationalities within our community.

The School is:

• known as one of the leading British International Schools in the region and listed as one of the Top Schools in Spain (Forbes). 
• fully accredited by NABSS, the Spanish Ministry; we are also a member of ACADE. 
• 975 pupils aged from 3 years to 18 years. 
• well-established and were founded 19 years ago. 
• one with a history of pupils going on to study at universities around the world. 
• located in a purpose built campus in the beautiful town of San Pedro de Alcantara, 10 minutes from Marbella and 50 minutes from Malaga.

Recruitment Details

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated colleague: a professional commitment to the academic expectations and values of the school, and the ability to work in a team are essential.

Applicants must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), preferably from a UK provider, and be eligible to work in Spain and have a proficient (native or quasi-native) level of English.

The candidate profile 

• Proactive and inspirational teacher, preferably with British and/or international school experience. 
• Enjoys working with children in a positive and supportive manner. 
• Has QTS preferably from a UK or equivalent provider 
• Knowledge and experience of leading and implementing the national curriculum for England is preferred
• Experience of and willingness to actively participate in the pastoral and enriched life of the school community. 
• A genuine team player who is happy to contribute and lead initiatives within a successful and supportive department. 
• Knowledge of Spanish, or willingness to learn Spanish would be an advantage.

In return we offer: 

• An amazing career opportunity to teach in a prestigious, internationally-minded school. 
• A competitive local salary and further benefits
• A friendly and supportive working environment. 
• Well-structured continual professional development programme.

If you want to enjoy a new career with the focus on learning, in a school that is determined to consistently be the school of choice in the beautiful region of Andalucia and believe that you have the qualities to suit the position then please complete and upload the application form.

For any further questions please contact our Head of HR at [email protected]

To find out more about this role and what makes our school special please see the job description and the candidate information pack.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to undertake full safeguarding checks and provide a minimum of two references covering the last five years of employment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous ten years employment history. 

We welcome diversity and have an equal opportunities policy. All suitably qualified candidates will be considered, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.