Humanities and Science Teacher

Do you want a role where you can make a real impact? Do you want to work in a stimulating international setting for a growing global educational company? If so, you will be interested in this fantastic opportunity to join our successful International School in Budapest.

We are looking for a committed, dynamic, and passionate teacher who can plan and deliver outstanding lessons in Secondary Humanities and Science. You will be someone with drive and enthusiasm who believes in creating a unique, inspiring, and outstanding place for learning.

The school is seeking to appoint a well-qualified specialist teacher with experience of teaching Humanities (such as History, Geography or Global Perspectives) and Science at KS3 or IGCSE level, with the ability to contribute to A Level teaching in at least one of these subject areas.

You will be able to excite and challenge students to make rapid progress and demonstrate a commitment to high standards of teaching and learning.

The Humanities and Science Faculties are high performing, collaborative, nurturing, and well resourced.

Living and Working in Budapest

Budapest is becoming Eastern Europe’s expat hotspot, with an increasing number of people relocating here each year. The Hungarian capital has everything Western European cities offer—excellent quality of living, diverse culture and attractive job opportunities—but with a lower cost of living.

You may wish to visit the following website, which compares the cost of living in different cities around the world:

Cost of Living Comparison Between Brighton, United Kingdom And Budapest, Hungary

Britannica International School, Budapest

Britannica International School is the longest-established British school in Hungary. We cater for children from five to eighteen years of age. The foundation of our educational programme is the National Curriculum for England, suitably enhanced to reflect our truly international nature.

In the Secondary Department, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and Advanced Levels (A Levels) provide graduating students with gold standard diplomas for entry to leading universities around the world, including those at Oxford and Cambridge. Our public examination scores have been consistently above UK national averages, and our A Level results have enabled students to enter prestigious universities both in Hungary and abroad.

The school is a registered Cambridge International Examinations Centre and a full member of the Council of International Schools.

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Britannica International School is the longest-established British school in Hungary. We cater for children from five to eighteen years of age. The foundation of our educational programme is the National Curriculum for England, suitably enhanced to reflect our truly international nature.

In the Secondary Department, the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and Advanced Levels (A Levels) provide graduating students with gold standard diplomas for entry to leading universities around the world, including those at Oxford and Cambridge. Our public examination scores have been consistently above UK national averages, and our A Level results have enabled students to enter prestigious universities both in Hungary and abroad.

The school is a registered Cambridge International Examinations Centre and a full member of the Council of International Schools.

Duties and responsibilities specific to the post

Our teachers are responsible for delivering high-quality learning in an organised, happy, and safe environment. They work closely with colleagues in medium- and short-term planning, target setting and monitoring to ensure appropriate challenge and the very best possible progress for every pupil. Teachers are also expected to contribute to the broader life of the school, enriching the learning experience for students.

Applicants should be committed, outstanding teaching practitioners who lead by example. They should possess excellent IT, organisational and communication skills, along with a sound knowledge and dedication to the use of data and assessment in Humanities and Science.

For more information, please refer to the separate Job Description.

Applications

Applications should be made by e-mail and include:

• a covering letter addressed to Mr. Neil McGarry, School Principal,
• a colour photograph, and
• an updated CV including the details of two referees (one must be your most recent employer).

Interested applicants should review the Job Profile and ensure that their covering letter highlights how their experience, knowledge and skills match those of the ideal candidate.

Applications should be sent to: recruitment@britannicaschool.hu 

Closing date: 31/3/2026.

The school reserves the right to appoint before the deadline if the right candidate is found, so early applications are encouraged.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an online interview with Principal Neil McGarry.

Safer Recruitment

Britannica International School, Budapest is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and stakeholders to share this commitment.

Appointment to this role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and equivalent systems overseas. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; therefore, all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. We operate an equal opportunities policy.