Teacher of History
Runnymede College is a private non-denominational British school in Madrid offering a British education to boys and girls of all nationalities from the age of two to eighteen. The education offered follows the British National Curriculum and we are looking to recruit a "scholarly" History teacher with an outstanding academic record who can provide evidence of having taught history to a high standard in a reputable school to join us from September 2026.
Runnymede College has a very successful and welcoming History department which is looking for a well-qualified, enthusiastic and experienced graduate to teach the subject.
We are seeking to appoint a History specialist who is committed to achieving the very best for pupils at all levels. The successful candidate will have strong subject knowledge and good classroom skills with a desire to engage and motivate pupils using effective methods of teaching, embracing the use of interactive teaching methods and ICT.
Departmental results are excellent with 79% of students gaining A*-A at IGCSE and large numbers achieving A*-A at A level. Pupils have gained awards for the highest marks in the world at A level in two of the last three years.
At Key Stage 3 pupils study units on History skills, the Middle Ages, the Making of the UK, the French Revolution, African civilisations and Slavery, the Industrial Revolution and the First World War. All our pupils then go on to study for the Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE in History following the 20th century option with depth studies on either the USA or Germany. A level History is a popular option at the school and we follow the Pearson/Edexcel A Level History course with units on 'Russia 1917-1991', 'Mao’s China', 'Protest, Agitation and Parliamentary Reform in Britain 1780-1928' and coursework on the Origins of the Cold War.
The History department plays a significant role in the wider life of the school organising whole school debates, events of memory such as Black History Month and Holocaust Memorial Day. We also run highly successful annual trips to Berlin and China to enrich our students academic experiences.
We will endeavour to tailor the timetable to the specific skills and expertise of the successful candidate. A Level experience and proficiency is desired. Teachers with experience of teaching Edexcel A Level History units would be favourably considered.
Form Tutor opportunities are available for suitably experienced and motivated candidates. Those interested in being considered for these exciting pastoral leadership opportunities should include this in their letters of application.
Skills & Qualifications
- A good honours degree from a British University
- A PGCE or other qualified teacher status for secondary History teaching
- Recent experience as a History teacher in a school in the UK
- Excellent subject knowledge
- Excellent teamwork skills and be willing to collaborate on planning and resourcing
- The ability to modify learning strategies to target the needs of individual students
- High expectations of pupils’ effort and behaviour, and facilitate this with proven classroom management skills
- Be organised and able to prioritise to meet deadlines
- Be motivated and use initiative to contribute to success of the department
- Be a native level english speaker
- Have a good working knowledge of ICT systems and the application of ICT in the classroom (Google Classroom & Zoom) and be prepared to use iPads as a learning tool
Other preferable but not essential criteria:
- Previous experience of an international school
Benefits include:
- Free staff bus between Madrid and school in the morning and afternoon
- School lunch
- Residential trip allowance
- CPD funding available on request (subject to budget approval)
- Runnymede College Pension Plan
- Tuition for staff children (if applicable)
- Electric Vehicle Charging
If you meet the above criteria and are enthusiastic about contributing to the growth and development of young learners at Runnymede College, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. When applying please also include your CV and cover letter, including referee contact details.
For further information regarding the school, our recruitment criteria and interview process, please refer to the attached document.
We are an equal opportunities employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Hiring decisions are based on skills, experience and attributes required for the role. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
Runnymede is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including check with past employers and ACRO Criminal Records Office.