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British Council

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Great environment and opportunities but some serious traps. - English Specialist British Council Employee Review

3.0
May 14, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

- DEI-conscious (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) workplace International and multicultural environment. - Opportunities for teacher training and professional development. - Transparent holiday policy, including unpaid leave options (no hidden clauses, unlike some Madrid academies).

Cons

You’re placed on a 15-hour-per-week contract by default. While additional hours may be offered, the school consistently avoids consolidating them into your official contract. Each academic year, you’re left hoping—and often asking—for full hours just to secure a livable wage.

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5.0
Oct 20, 2025
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Benefit package is quite generous. People friendly.

Cons

Nothing special to mention as cons.

4.0
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Free to work whenever you want

Cons

Working for more than 8 hours sometimes

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