French & Spanish A-Level Teacher

About the Company

Virtus College, The British Sixth Form, is the first Sixth Form College in Spain, offering a British education in small class sizes and year groups. Founded in 2016, we have built a distinctive educational model centred on academic excellence, personal development and a highly personalised approach to teaching and mentoring.

Over the past nine years, Virtus has grown significantly and now operates from a state-of-the-art campus in La Moraleja, Madrid. Our model combines the academic rigour of the British Sixth Form system with a strong commitment to student wellbeing, university guidance, and the development of the skills students need to thrive in the 21st century.

At Virtus, every student follows a personalised Roadmap designed around their academic profile, aspirations and university goals. Our teachers play a central role in making that journey successful, not only through high-quality classroom teaching, but also through mentoring, enrichment and active participation in the wider life of the school. We are a close-knit, international team united by a shared commitment to educational excellence, innovation and the belief that every student can become the best version of themselves.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and committed French and Spanish A-Level Teacher to join our teaching team from August 2026. The successful candidate will teach French and Spanish at KS5 / A-Level, contributing to a learning environment that is intellectually ambitious, highly supportive and rooted in strong relationships with students. This is a dynamic role that extends beyond subject teaching and includes involvement in our Mentoring Programme, The Enrichment Programme, and the broader pastoral and co-curricular life of the school.

Responsibilities

Teaching and learning

• Teach French and Spanish at A-Level standard, ensuring excellent subject knowledge, strong exam preparation and high academic expectations.
• Plan and deliver structured, engaging and challenging lessons in line with Virtus’ teaching approach and the principles of ACE: Assessment, Challenge and Engagement.
• Adapt teaching to support, stretch and challenge students of different abilities and profiles.
• Integrate digital tools and ICT effectively into teaching and learning, in line with Virtus’ technology-rich educational model.
• Design, implement and review both formative and summative assessments in line with curriculum goals and examination requirements.
• Provide students with regular, meaningful and actionable feedback to support progress.

Student progress and pastoral contribution

• Monitor student performance carefully and maintain accurate records of attendance, grades and progress.
• Report on student progress clearly and professionally, including in communication with families and at parents’ evenings.
• Contribute to the pastoral life of the school and support the wellbeing and development of all students.
• Take responsibility for mentees within the Mentoring Programme, working closely with the Head of Mentoring and the wider team to support students in their academic, personal and university-related goals.

Wider school contribution

• Contribute actively to The Enrichment Programme, including the design and/or delivery of co-curricular opportunities, clubs or societies, depending on the candidate’s profile and interests.
• Attend staff meetings, CPD sessions, parents’ evenings, school events, outings and other relevant school activities.
• Uphold and promote the ethos, values and professional standards of Virtus at all times.
• Remain up to date with safeguarding, school policies, educational standards and best practice.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification directly related to French and/or Spanish, Modern Foreign Languages, or a closely related field.
• Ability to teach French and Spanish at KS5 / A-Level.
• Previous classroom teaching experience.
• High level of English, both spoken and written.
• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver engaging, inclusive and academically ambitious lessons.
• Commitment to safeguarding and to the holistic development of young people.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

Required Skills

• PGCE, UK QTS, or equivalent postgraduate teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching A-Level or within the British curriculum.
• Experience using digital devices and educational technology in the classroom.
• Experience in mentoring, pastoral care or university guidance.
• Experience contributing to enrichment, co-curricular activities, clubs or societies.
• Evidence of continued professional development in subject knowledge or pedagogy.

Pay range and compensation package

• Permanent contract under the Spanish system.
• Salary: €34,000-€38,000 gross annual salary, depending on experience and aligned with market conditions. Additional salary progression of €1,500 gross per year, subject to performance, during the first three years after signing.
• Start date: August 2026. Schedule: on site, 08:15 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, with occasional later finishes for events and meetings.
• Extensive support, induction and training. Access to high-quality teaching resources and a technology-rich environment.
• Free cooked lunches and hot drinks every day.
• Public transport costs covered.
• Free access to sports facilities through Wellhub (Silver Plan).
• Full support with legal and administrative visa processes where applicable.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Virtus College is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across the whole school community. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment in which all staff and students feel respected, safe and valued.