International School Ikast-Brande (ISIB) is looking for a qualified Cambridge English teacher with experience teaching English to students from Year 7 – Year 11. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching IGCSE First Language English. Interviews will be arranged immediately as the Leadership Team would like to recruit in plenty of time before the start date.
This is a full-time, permanent & pensionable position starting on Tuesday, 4 August 2026. As an inclusive school, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We value the richness that diverse perspectives and lived experiences bring to our community, and we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every individual feels respected and supported.
The School:
International School Ikast-Brande is located in the heart of Denmark and has approximately 200 students across Early Years, Primary and Secondary sections, with one class per year group. Our students are highly motivated and speak very positively about the school. We are committed to providing high-quality international education to families relocating to Denmark, as well as to local families seeking a rigorous international curriculum for their children.
Our student body is wonderfully diverse, representing a wide range of nationalities and cultural backgrounds. We encourage our students to balance academic achievement with a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle. From an early age, we instil in them a strong sense of right and wrong, empowering them to make thoughtful and responsible decisions. As a result, we enjoy a positive school climate with very few behavioural issues.
Our teaching team is as vibrant and international as our student body. You will often hear laughter coming from our staffroom and in the corridors. Our team meets regularly to collaborate on educational and operational matters, fostering a collegial and supportive environment.
Requirements:
In line with the school’s overarching policies and procedures, the successful candidate will be expected to:
Plan and develop engaging & high-quality lessons, tailored to our learners’ needs;
Maintain a student-focused, positive approach to teaching and learning;
Deliver dynamic, stimulating and culturally engaging lessons;
Promote student wellbeing through an understanding of each child’s individuality;
Assess and report on students’ progress effectively;
Manage student behaviour in a positive and constructive manner;
Participate actively in whole-school activities and events;
Employ a solutions-focused mindset;
Maintain a great sense of humour and contribute to a positive work environment;
Be internationally minded and a collaborative team player.
What We Can Offer:
A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme, in line with collective agreements;
A genuine and sustainable work-life balance;
State-of-the-art, modern teaching and learning facilities;
Small class sizes with engaged, capable and curious students;
A calm and respectful learning environment, with motivated and well-disciplined pupils;
A flexible working culture, built on mutual trust and professional autonomy;
A supportive and visible Senior Leadership Team, deeply committed to staff and community wellbeing;
A leadership approach that values collaboration, open dialogue and teacher voice - ensuring staff feel heard, empowered and appreciated;
A culturally diverse, inclusive and welcoming team of professionals;
Strong, constructive partnerships with engaged and supportive parents;
Ongoing professional learning, development opportunities and team-building events.
What Denmark Can Offer:
Living and working in Denmark offers a unique opportunity to enjoy one of the world’s highest standards of living. Teachers benefit from:
An excellent work-life balance supported by a strong social welfare system;
A safe, clean and well-organised society with low levels of crime;
High-quality, publicly funded healthcare and childcare services;
A focus on family life, personal wellbeing and professional respect;
Beautiful natural surroundings;
Easy access to travel across Denmark, Europe and further afield;
An international community that welcomes newcomers and supports integration;
A strong commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Salary:
Salary and pension are determined in accordance with the collective agreement and union contract established between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Teachers’ Central Organisation.
Please note that both local and international teachers are employed under the same pay scales and working conditions.
While the school does not offer formal relocation packages, we are committed to supporting new staff and work closely with individuals to find practical and helpful solutions throughout their transition. To further assist international staff with their move, initial relocation support is provided during the first year of employment.
Application:
If you are a skilled, adaptable and solutions-oriented educator, we warmly invite you to apply by sending your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to job@isib.dk. Letters of recommendation are also welcomed. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory police security checks.
The Senior Leadership Team intends to appoint as soon as a suitable candidate is identified to ensure a smooth transition to our school; therefore, interviews will take place on a rolling basis, and the school reserves the right to make an appointment before the advertised closing date.
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Ikast-Brande Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
International School Ikast-Brande, Bøgildvej, 7430 Ikast
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 30-06-2026;
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