Junior School Class Teacher (local contract)

General

We are seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic, committed and inspirational Early Years/Key Stage 1/Key Stage 2 teacher. Potential candidates should have the necessary educational qualifications, as well as experience working with children within the age range 3-11 years old. A solid understanding of play-based learning is expected, as well as creativity and a child centred approach to learning and teaching. 

About us:

St. Paul’s was founded in 1926 and was the first school in South America to receive accreditation from the UK government as a British School Oversees. Fully coeducational, with about 1,000 pupils, aged from 3 to 18, it is a school with history and tradition, but which embraces innovation, contemporary values and the latest in digital learning. We are a world-class school, and an international member of HMC and IAPS, and a member of COBIS and the LAHC. We are proud of our local, national and international reputation and we constantly strive to improve the opportunities for our pupils and staff. Our recent BSO inspection judged us as a leading British School overseas, and you can download the report from our website. Our exceptional facilities place teaching and learning at the heart of the school.

School Values

All staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the school’s values which are:

KINDNESS, INTEGRITY, ASPIRATION, INCLUSION, RESPONSIBILITY, ADVENTURE

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More details about the school can be found at www.stpauls.br

Your Main responsibilities

• Plan broad and balanced learning experiences, creating and selecting appropriate resources in order to support pupil progress and develop children’s sense of curiosity and wonder about the world; 

• Identify and monitor individual strengths, interests and needs, promoting differentiation and adaptations in order to support every child’s full development; 

• Ensure pupil progress by making use of formative and summative assessment to inform planning so that pupils are successful in their learning; 

• Ensure a safe and effective learning environment is maintained by using the school’s behaviour policy consistently in order to set clear and high expectations of pupil behaviour; 

• Promote positive relationships through modelling and collaborating across the school community to ensure a respectful, safe and secure environment for both pupils and colleagues; 

• Support children’s language development and communication skills by modelling consistent and proficient use of English in order to provide effective immersion and development of the language; 

• Support children’s exploratory experiences and independence by planning activities and enriching education to foster children's curiosity and autonomy; 

• Care for pupils’ social, emotional and physical well-being, by creating a safe and positive culture that promotes a growth mindset where children feel comfortable enough to take risks and make mistakes; 

• Understand how to recognise and report safeguarding issues following the school safeguarding policy and protocols; 

• Collaborate and contribute towards the Junior School vision by participating in staff meetings and year group planning sessions; 

• Share resources and best practice with the aim of participating actively in and working well within a team; 

• Communicate effectively with parents by establishing a positive partnership, reporting on individual pupil’s progress, well-being and other relevant issues in order to ensure relevant parties are involved, informed and working towards common goals, with pupils' best interests at heart. 

Start date August 2026.

Applications will be considered as they arrive and the school reserves the right to appoint it at any time.

Our benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental plan

• Pension plan

• Onsite lunches

• Food card

• Transportation tickets

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks (including Internet and Social Media profiles and exposure), an overseas check if appropriate and a pre-placement medical assessment. Proof of entitlement to work in Brazil is also required where necessary.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

St Paul’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We recognise the value of diverse environments and strive to promote a culture in which all pupils, staff and members of the school community are welcomed and supported to fulfil their potential, regardless of their background or personal characteristics. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair treatment, embarrassment, discrimination, bullying and harassment.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Fluent English (C1 Advanced or higher)

• University teaching degree qualification (completed Pedagogia or equivalent) 

• Great communication skills and ability to build positive professional relationships with staff, parents and pupils (references will be requested) 

• Pro-activeness, flexibility, resilience and collaborative skills 

• Passion for teaching and learning, and a true commitment to personal professional development 

• Ability to understand and adapt to a different culture 

• Full working knowledge of Office 365 

Desirable: 

• Professional experience in the Early Years and/or Key Stage 1 (age 3-8) and/or Key Stage 2 (age 9-11)

• Minimum of three years of teaching experience as a class teacher 

• Knowledge and experience of the EYFS and English National Curriculum for KS1/KS2