helping pupils enjoy LEARNing
BSL teachers encourage students to incorporate their imagination and curiosity to enrich the learning process and take their academic performance to the next level. At BSL we believe that by transforming the learning experience into a fun and exciting process, our students are more likely to realise their full potential.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Want to join the BSL TEAM?
EXCEPTIONAL
It is the school’s policy to employ teachers with outstanding professional credentials from the UK with relevant experience delivering the English National Curriculum (ENC).
UK QUALIFIED
To be qualified, teachers must possess a degree (usually a 3-4 year course at a noted UK University) coupled with a specialised and relevant teaching diploma.
Quality
Only the highest quality of teaching and learning takes place in our classrooms, particularly in the core subjects of language, literacy and numeracy.
MEET The TEAM
LEADERSHIP TEAM
GROUP EDUCATIONAL COORDINATOR
DAVID LAIRD
I am delighted to be the Group Education Coordinator for The Schools Trust, an ambitious organisation and has an excellent track record of building highly successful international schools.
HEADTEACHER
ZOE HUBBARD
I am passionate about teaching and learning and providing the best possible education for every child; enabling them to fulfil their potential and prepare them for a successful future.
TEACHING STAFF
TEACHER
Elodie Ebersveiller
I am delighted to be a part of this dynamic international school, dedicated to helping every child be successful. I look forward to helping my pupils become confident, inquisitive and ambitious learners.
TEACHER
GRACE LEAVY
I feel that it’s important children are enthused by what they are learning. I have a keen interest in reading which is conveyed through my teaching and I act as a positive role model to encourage young readers.
TEACHER
JACK BARBER
Teaching purposeful lessons, packed with intrigue and opportunity for pupils to lead their own learning, is my key driver as a teacher. Previous roles have enabled my creative spirit, something I aim to bring to BSL,
TEACHER
Lorna Jackson
I decided at a young age that I wanted to become a teacher. I developed a firm belief that children should be taught to be independent learners, to embrace new challenges and to become respectful members of the school.
TEACHER
MICHELLE CLOUGH
After graduating with a BA (Hons) Primary Education with English Literature, I embarked on my exciting teaching career. I have had the opportunity to work with children from a range of backgrounds.
SPECIALIST TEACHERS
EAL / PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Allen Hubbard
I really enjoy the variety of teaching across different year groups and aim to inspire children to learn English with great topic based learning and by establishing a really positive rapport between teachers and pupils.
MUSIC TEACHER
COLETTE DUTOT
I am passionate about creating a learning environment where everyone flourishes, takes creative risk and discovers themselves as a musician. I will craft a visionary and vibrant music department for students at BSL.
PORTUGUESE TEACHER
SUSANA SERRA
As the Portuguese Teacher at BSL, it gives me the chance to share my passion for the Portuguese language. From my experience, a language can be learnt most efficiently when students are highly motivated and happy.
SUPPORT
TEACHING ASSISTANT
RAQUEL PAIXÃO
My experience in the Education field started in 2006, in Lisbon, where I had the opportunity to work as an English Teacher at 3 different Elementary schools. Working with children proved to be extremely satisfying to me.
TEACHING ASSISTANT
SAM HEGER
I recently graduated with a BSc in Animal Behaviour from Exeter University. Throughout my studies, and since graduating, I have worked in several countries on animal conservation projects.
ADMINISTRATION
OFFICE MANAGER
NICOLA CARVALHO
I am delighted to work for The British School of Lisbon and to be a part of such a passionate, enthusiastic and forward thinking team. I am excited to see our school and students grow in the coming years.
ADMISSIONS OFFICER
GABRIELLA WHITE
Since moving to Lisbon, I have worked as an EAL tutor, teacher and independent adviser to adults and young learners and continued to management roles within international educational organisations.