MIDDLE SCHOOL/CAMBRIDGE LOWER SECONDARY TEACHER WITH QTS (Multi-Subject)
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Full-time Position | Relocation and Accommodation Provided
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Location: Palermo, Southern Italy
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Start Date: September 2026
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Pre-start Professional Engagement: June (training and curriculum planning)
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About the School The Keynes Institute is a Cambridge International School delivering the Cambridge Lower Secondary programme within the framework of the Italian paritaria system.
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All Cambridge subjects are taught in English and aligned with British curriculum standards. This is not an ESL or conversational English teaching role.
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The Role
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We are seeking a qualified Lower Secondary Teacher with a Secondary PGCE and QTS who is confident teaching multiple Cambridge subjects.
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This role is designed for an adaptable and versatile teacher able to deliver a broad curriculum rather than highly specialised subject instruction.
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The teacher works in close collaboration and co-teaching arrangements with Italian colleagues and reports directly to the Academic Coordinator.
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The teacher will also work with Year 1 Class, one hour a day.
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Subjects Taught
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Wellbeing, Global Perspectives, Art and Design, Science, Physical Education, Music, Mathematics, English, English as a Second Language, Digital Literacy, Computing, Humanities.
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Teaching Load
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16 weekly teaching hours per class
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2 classes
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Total: 32 weekly teaching hours
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Essential Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
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PGCE Secondary (Postgraduate Certificate in Education – Secondary) with QTS (qualified teacher status) or equivalent
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Strong pedagogical training and flexibility across disciplines
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Ability to teach a broad curriculum confidently
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Experience or readiness to work within the Cambridge International framework
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Willingness to relocate to Sicily, Italy
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Strong interpersonal skills and a high level of empathy, particularly in working with adolescents and within a collaborative school environment
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Experience with EAL and SEN pupils
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High level of precision and reliability in completing assigned tasks and meeting deadlines, with clear and timely reporting to the Academic Coordinator
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Strong interest in international collaboration and intercultural professional exchange
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English Language: Native
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Italian Language: B2 (able to speak with parents and take part in a class council meeting)
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Desirable Requirements
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Previous experience in Cambridge International xkiyazw Schools or the UK secondary system
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Professional Development and Planning In June 2026, the successfull candidate will complete Cambridge syllabus-specific online training, fully funded by the school and will take part in in-depth curriculum alignment and planning with Italian colleagues under academic supervision.
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Contract and Benefits
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Full-time contract from September to July
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Working hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday
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School meals included
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Accommodation provided
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Additional Benefits
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Long-term professional growth opportunities as the Cambridge section expands
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Company-funded professional development
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Positive, empathetic and collaborative working environment
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Large green campus in the city centre
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Excellent quality of life in a culturally rich Mediterranean city