MIDDLE SCHOOL/CAMBRIDGE LOWER SECONDARY TEACHER WITH QTS (Multi-Subject)Full-time Position | Relocation and Accommodation ProvidedLocation: Palermo, Southern ItalyStart Date: September 2026Pre-start Professional Engagement: March (training) and June (curriculum planning)About the SchoolThe Keynes Institute is a Cambridge International School delivering the Cambridge Lower Secondary programme within the framework of the Italian paritaria system.All Cambridge subjects are taught in English and aligned with British curriculum standards. This is not an ESL or conversational English teaching role.The RoleWe are seeking a qualified Lower Secondary Teacher with a Secondary PGCE and QTS who is confident teaching multiple Cambridge subjects.This role is designed for an adaptable and versatile teacher able to deliver a broad curriculum rather than highly specialised subject instruction.The teacher works in close collaboration and co-teaching arrangements with Italian colleagues and reports directly to the Academic Coordinator.The teacher will also work with Year 1 Class, one hour a day.Subjects TaughtWellbeing, Global Perspectives, Art and Design, Science, Physical Education, Music, Mathematics, English, English as a Second Language, Digital Literacy, Computing, Humanities.Teaching Load16 weekly teaching hours per class2 classesTotal: 32 weekly teaching hoursEssential RequirementsBachelor’s degree in a relevant fieldPGCE Secondary (Postgraduate Certificate in Education – Secondary) with QTS (qualified teacher status)Strong pedagogical training and flexibility across disciplinesAbility to teach a broad curriculum confidentlyExperience or readiness to work within the Cambridge International frameworkWillingness to relocate to ItalyStrong interpersonal skills and a high level of empathy, particularly in working with adolescents and within a collaborative school environmentExperience with EAL and SEN pupilsHigh level of precision and reliability in completing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines, with clear and timely reporting to the Academic CoordinatorStrong interest in international collaboration and intercultural professional exchangeDesirable RequirementsPrevious experience in Cambridge International Schools or the UK secondary systemItalian LanguageProfessional Development and PlanningIn March 2026, the successful candidate will complete Cambridge syllabus-specific online training, fully funded by the school.In June 2026, the teacher will take part in in-depth curriculum alignment and planning with Italian colleagues under academic supervision.Contract and BenefitsFull-time contract from September to JulyWorking hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to FridaySchool meals includedAccommodation providedAdditional BenefitsLong-term professional growth opportunities as the Cambridge section expandsCompany-funded professional developmentPositive, empathetic and collaborative working environmentLarge green campus in the city centreExcellent quality of life in a culturally rich Mediterranean city