- Deadline: Tue 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 UTC
- Spain: Badajoz, Extremadura.

Company Information

Deans Creative English School is a well-established language school which provides a wide range of courses: young learners, teens and adults, as well as in-company and ESP classes. The school´s focus is on student-centred teaching and providing both students and teachers with the opportunity to grow. Close * Experience: 1 YEAR

- Number of positions: 2
- Degree Required
- Applicant must have permission to work in the EU or hold a valid work permit for employment in the EU.

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Job Summary

Details of Position

2 x positions for EFL Teachers - working with a mix of young learners, teens and adults: * Full-time: 24 hours per week.

- Part-time: 15 hours per week.

A little bit about the school:

Since 1997, we have been successfully delivering a wide range of courses: primary, secondary, and adults and are renowned for our creative, pupil-centred approach to teaching and learning. Also, we are an officially recognised Cambridge Exam Preparation Centre and have contributed to a significant increase in the level of spoken English in our community and the high number of candidates passing Cambridge exams. We are immensely proud of our achievements so far and hope that all new teachers will enhance the schools reputation.

Most of our teaching is carried out Monday - Thursday, mainly in the afternoons and evenings. Class sizes are small, between 6 - 10 students, and there are very few issues regarding discipline. All teachers are provided with their own, well-equipped classroom with interactive white board and a reading corner. There is a teachers' room with a reference library, resource books, toys, games, and tea making facilities. We have a policy of English-only in the classroom and you will find your students friendly, enthusiastic and willing to "have a go" in English! You will also discover that the level of English spoken by our students to be much higher than average for Spain. Our students are comfortable in an English only learning environment and thoroughly enjoy being able to express their creativity!

For further information visit our website where you can read testimonials from former members of staff.

Qualifications

Cambridge CELTA

QUALIFICATIONS: * EFL TEACHER

*Native Level English speaker level with EU passport or Spanish residency permit.
*Minimum of 1 year's teaching experience (recent experience with young learners or teens is essential for this position).
*A University Degree or higher education qualification.
*A recognised teaching qualification: Teaching degree,



Trinity Certificate or Cambridge CELTA.
*Be enthusiastic and curious.
*Be hard working with a strong desire to improve as a teacher.
*Be a team player who is willing to share ideas.
*Patience and the ability to work under pressure.
*Be enthusiastic about living and working in Spain.
*Have demonstrable (and contactable) references and referees.

IDEALLY, YOU WILL ALSO HAVE:
*Solid classroom management skills.
*Experience with Cambridge exams.
*A working knowledge of Spanish.
*Basic IT skills.

NB: You will be asked to present all relevant certificates and documents related to your application during the induction period. You will also be required to present a police disclosure certificate / letter attesting to your suitability to work with minors which is required by Spanish law.

Salary and Benefits

from €1,392 / month gross ≈ £1,193 / $1,606

Fewer hours are paid on a pro-rata basis

Holiday pay Medical care Professional development Temp hotel accommodation Training support

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM US:

All new teachers are met by a representative of the school upon arrival in Badajoz and accommodation is arranged and paid for during the first three days of their stay. The school also offers assistance in finding accommodation, opening a bank account, and registering at their local health centre.

New teachers are expected to undergo three days of paid induction, which commences on the 9th September. Classes start on the 14th September.

Throughout the year, teachers attend weekly in-house development sessions and meetings, which are led by the Director or Director of Studies, although teachers are encouraged to take a session at some time during the school year on a topic of their choosing. All teachers participate in the School's observation programme and there is also an active peer observation initiative, organised between teachers to allow co-workers to develop as a result of working closely with more experienced colleagues.

Working at Deans Creative English School is ideal for EFL professionals who seek a creative and dynamic EFL environment. They must also wish to enjoy a good work - life balance away from the ex-pat traps of large Spanish cities and coastal towns.



If you want a taste of authentic Spain, then Badajoz is definitely the place for you.

COMPENSATION:

We offer an initial contract of 24 hours (full-time) and 15 hours (part-time) which include health and social security cover. Teachers also enjoy paid holidays: 2 weeks at Christmas and one week at Easter and three weeks at the end of their contract. In addition, all employees enjoy both national and local public holidays.

Teachers are paid 1392 euros per month (gross) for 24 hours of teaching and teacher development. Timetables with fewer hours (part-time) are paid on a pro-rata basis. Later on, there is the possibility of extra hours.

Teachers accommodation for the first three days is paid for by the school. We believe that we offer an extremely attractive package for one of the cheapest regions of the country to live in.

ABOUT BADAJOZ

Deans Creative English School is located in Badajoz, Extremadura, south west Spain. This lively border town (Portugal is only 5km from the city centre) has a population of around 150,000 inhabitants. The town, which is a mix of both historic and modern, is famous for its Carnival and Moorish Fortifications. Badajoz is a university town which ensures a vibrant social scene with some great local amenities: theatres, a concert hall, sports centres, a shopping mall, and so on. Great weather ensures a lifestyle based on eating out in the towns endless number of bars and restaurants and / or enjoying outdoor sports and activities.

The cost of living is among the cheapest in Spain: a room in a flat can cost as little as 200 per month: As most of the town is within a 15-minute walk from the centre, there are no transport costs.

Badajoz is in the west of Extremadura, within easy reach of the historic towns of Caceres and Merida, with their national and international festivals such as Womad. For nature lovers, the national parks of Monfragüe, Jarandilla, and Sierra de Gata are a close by and a delight. After all, being Spain's least populated region has its advantages! For long weekends: Madrid, Sevilla, as well as a visit to Portugal: Lisbon, Sintra and the beach are within 2 hours drive.

https://www.turismoextremadura.com/en/index.html
https://turismo.aytobadajoz.es/

Working at Deans Creative English School is adecuado for EFL professionals who seek a creative and dynamic EFL environment. They must also wish to enjoy a good work - life balance away from the ex-pat traps of large Spanish cities and coastal towns. If you want a taste of authentic Spain, then Badajoz is definitely the place for you.

📌 EFL Teacher: young learners, teens & adults (Badajoz)
🏢 DEANS CREATIVE ENGLISH SCHOOL
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