Teacher of German (Primary School)

Founded in 1961, Geneva English School (GES) is a high-quality, innovative private school built on the strong foundations of the British Education system, providing structure and challenge at Primary level, and choice and opportunity at Secondary level. The school currently welcomes around 350 students and employs just over 100 academic, management, and associate staff.

We may be English in name, but our welcoming, thriving school community is as diverse as the Geneva area we serve, with over 60 nationalities represented among our students aged 3 to 18. We are deliberately a small school, focused on getting to know our students and their families to ensure that every young person is challenged and supported through their childhood and teenage years.

The GES approach is open, encouraging, and outward-looking, and we achieve outstanding results, placing GES in the top 5% of British schools worldwide. Our academic outcomes and pastoral care are graded outstanding by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, and we are the only school in Switzerland accredited as a British Schools Overseas by the UK government’s Department for Education.

If this sounds like a learning environment where you could make a difference and you would like to join our fantastic team of professionals who put children at the heart of all we do, we look forward to receiving your application!

For further information, please visit the school’s website at http://www.geschool.ch.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging German language lessons to Primary school students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports student learning and development.
• Assess and monitor student progress, providing constructive feedback to students and parents.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement the German language curriculum.
• Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development opportunities.
• Encourage a love of learning and cultural appreciation among students.

• Fluency in German, with excellent communication skills in English
• Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) and experience in teaching German to Primary school students
• Strong understanding of child development and effective teaching strategies
• Ability to inspire and motivate young learners
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Flexibility, creativity, and a passion for education
• Ideally, available to work on Wednesdays, late morning and afternoon
• Eligibility to work in Switzerland (Swiss national or EU passport holder) is essential

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Welcoming and supportive environment.
• Wonderful students and parent community.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Free parking.

If you are passionate about teaching German and are excited to contribute to the vibrant community at Geneva English School, we encourage you to apply. Please visit our website for more information about the school and the application process: http://www.geschool.ch.

GES is committed to equality, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from suitable candidates no matter their gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, enhanced national/international criminal records checks and prohibition from teaching checks.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications should be made in English and consist of your CV and a covering letter (no more than one side of A4).

Deadline for applications: Monday 15th June 2026

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.