Job Description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools in 28 countries 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.

Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.

King's College School, Cascais, part of the prestigious Inspired Education Group, is a leading international school in the Lisbon area. We offer a global education through the Cambridge International curriculum up to Year 10, supported by a bilingual Portuguese–English programme up to Year 5. Our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development prepares students for success in top universities worldwide.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly effective Teacher of MFL Portuguese to deliver outstanding language education across the Senior School. The successful candidate will teach engaging Portuguese lessons that foster linguistic proficiency, cultural awareness, and strong academic outcomes. As part of the Inspired global network, you will benefit from excellent resources, supportive colleagues, and extensive professional development opportunities, while contributing to the wider linguistic and pastoral life of the school.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 24th January 2026. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2026. For more information and to register, please click here: https://jobs.inspirededu.com/job-invite/7236/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver well-planned and inspiring Portuguese lessons aligned with the Cambridge curriculum and whole-school academic expectations.
• Foster language acquisition, intercultural understanding, and effective communication skills through high-quality teaching and learning.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress with accuracy and consistency, maintaining high academic standards.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the ongoing improvement of schemes of work, resources, and assessment practices.
• Support and collaborate with Modern Foreign Languages Department colleagues, promoting strong pedagogy and continual professional growth.
• Ensure inclusive teaching strategies that support students of all abilities, including those with diverse learning needs.
• Enhance the MFL co-curricular programme through clubs, cultural events, competitions, and enrichment opportunities.
• Contribute to the pastoral care of students and promote wellbeing, resilience, and a passion for language learning.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• A recognised teaching qualification and a degree in Portuguese Language, Linguistics, or a closely related field.
• Strong experience teaching Portuguese as a foreign language, preferably within an international school or Cambridge curriculum context.
• Excellent subject knowledge and a passion for inspiring students to appreciate Portuguese language and culture.
• Outstanding organisational, communication, and classroom-management skills.
• A reflective, innovative mindset with a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Ability to speak other languages such as Spanish or French is a strong advantage.

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.

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