Primary School Teacher - maternity cover

St. Louis School of Milan; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Louise School's Caviglia Campus in Milan is seeking a Primary Years Teacher for a maternity cover starting from January 2027. Indicative salary starts from €30,000.

The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons, differentiating for diverse learners, and upholding the school's high academic and pastoral standards within an international context. You will work with a supportive team, contribute to the co-curricular programme, and maintain strong communication with families.

Qualifications

• PGCE, QTS or equivalent is required.
• Ability to engage and motivate young learners.
• Experience delivering the curriculum across Primary years.
• Strong communication with parents and carers.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging lessons aligned with the curriculum.
• Assess progress and provide targeted feedback.
• Build a positive learning environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to professional development.
• Contribute to the co-curricular programme.
• Maintain open communication with parents.

Skills

Passion for education

Engage learners

Pastoral care

Interpersonal skills

Education

PGCE, QTS, or equivalent

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY

St. Louise School, for its Caviglia campus in Milan, is currently seeking a Primary Years Teacher for a maternity cover starting from January 2027.

Indicative salary starting from €30,000.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Caviglia Campus welcomes 2 to 14-year-olds into an inspiring learning environment in the south of Milan. The campus provides a friendly, caring, nurturing international setting for more than 500 students, who represent a diverse and vibrant community of 50 nationalities.

At Caviglia Campus, education is of the highest standard. Teachers deliver first-class academic provision and excellent pastoral support to children enrolled in our Early Years, Primary School and Middle School programmes.

We have developed a reputation for offering high-quality education at Caviglia Campus. For over 20 years, our dedicated team of highly-skilled staff have demonstrated excellent results and teach a rigorous curriculum through an effective, personalized approach.

Caviglia Campus was renovated in 2018. It offers a modern and spacious learning environment for children in Early Years, Primary School and Lower Secondary School.

In addition to designing a newly-constructed outdoor area, we have restyled the Kindergarten facilities to enhance our early years educational provision and give 2 to 5 year-olds a vibrant setting to learn, play and grow.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creating Engaging Lessons: Plan and deliver lessons that inspire and challenge all students and are in line with the school's curriculum, policies, and external assessment requirements. You will individualise and differentiate learning, ensuring each student is stretched, supported, and makes outstanding progress.
• Supporting and Assessing Progress: Regularly assess students' in-class and at-home learning, providing targeted feedback to drive progress and ensure all students are challenged and supported in reaching their potential.
• Building a Positive Learning Environment: Establish a classroom and school environment where students are invested in each other's flourishing, feel valued and supported, and are ready to take risks in their learning.
• Collaborating and Sharing Best Practices: Work closely with colleagues as an active member of our learning community, sharing best practices, collaborating with colleagues, and dedicating yourself to your own professional development to ensure the highest standard of education for our students.
• Contributing to School Life: Play an active role in the school's co-curricular programme, helping to create a well-rounded, enriching educational experience. From leading clubs to contributing to whole school initiatives, you will help shape the broader life of the school.
• Collaborating with Parents: Maintain open and constructive communication with parents, building strong partnerships that support students' progress so that each child feels like an individual, well-known and respected.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• A genuine passion for education, with the ability to engage, motivate, and positively impact young people.
• A proven track record of excellence in personal, academic, and professional achievements.
• In-depth expertise in and passion for their subject and the ability to inspire students and support outstanding progress.
• Expertise in assessing student progress, providing targeted feedback, and enhancing student performance, including in external assessments.
• Experience in providing pastoral care and promoting student wellbeing, with a strong focus on individual attention and high standards of welfare.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both collaboratively with colleagues and independently and a track record of establishing strong, positive relationships with families.
• A commitment to their own continuous professional development.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, able to plan and prioritise a varied workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
• PGCE, QTS, or equivalent, with excellent academic credentials and, ideally, evidence of postgraduate study.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and a positive, flexible, and resourceful approach to working in a dynamic school environment.
• Valid EU passport and work permit.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

La ricerca è aperta anche a candidati appartenenti alle categorie protette ai sensi della Legge 68/99 (collocamento mirato delle persone con disabilità).

This opportunity is also open to candidates belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99 (targeted employment of persons with disabilities).

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com