Early Years Teacher

**Job type**:
Full Time, Permanent

15 January 2025

**Job overview**:
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.

In over 25 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 12,000 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**:
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- ** Community Engagement**: Support a positive school culture by implementing the St. Louis School’s Positive Behaviour Policy and pastoral initiatives, aligned with the school's Mission and Values.
- ** Curriculum Planning**: Plan and deliver engaging, student-centred lessons for Early Years students, using a Reggio Emilia-inspired approach.
- ** Enrichment Activities**: Lead school trips, assemblies, and other initiatives to enrich the student experience.
- ** Collaboration**: Work closely with colleagues to ensure assessment data is used effectively to support student progress.
- ** Professional Development**: Actively participate in staff training and contribute to school improvement initiatives.
- ** Extra-Curricular Involvement**: Offer an extra-curricular activity that enhances the current portfolio of student opportunities.

**IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE**:

- A **university degree** in Early Childhood Education or a related field and a recognized teaching qualification.
- Proven experience teaching **3-5-year-olds**, ideally within a Reggio Emilia-inspired environment.
- Enthusiastic, passionate about early childhood education, and able to inspire young learners.
- Strong understanding of **assessment and data tracking** to support student progress.
- A commitment to **personalised learning** in an inclusive environment.
- A long-term commitment to the school and community.

**REQUIREMENTS**:

- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
- Must hold an **EU passport** or have a valid visa to work in Italy.

If you meet the above criteria and are eager to join a supportive and forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply.

**London Career Event**:
In addition to your interest in this role, you might also be interested in our annual in-person global career event, taking place in London on Saturday 18_th_ January 2025. This school and up to 35 other schools from across the UK and international Inspired Education network will be attending and looking to speak to people seeking a new teaching role from August 2025. For more information and to register your interest in the event, please click here:
**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.

**About**St. Louis School - Colonna**:
**St. Louis School - Colonna**
- Via Marco Antonio Colonna 24
- Milan
- 20149
- Italy

+39 566 10885

**Our School is part of the Inspired Education Group**

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with over 119 premium private schools spanning six continents providing premium education to over 85,000 students ensuring they all receive a first-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

We offer you the chance to work/live in an exciting new location, collaborate with passionate educators, develop your skills, and grow in a role that inspires you.

Please visit our careers site for further information and to see our latest opportunities **Build a career with Inspired Education**

Inspired schools remain anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations, and collectively, they form an international community that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

**Colonna St Louis is a First-Class Premium International Early Learning School**

Colonna St Louis provides a friendly, nurturing international environment for students aged 3 to 14 in northeast Milan. The Colonna Campus offers the highes