Secondary Humanities Teacher (Geography Specialism)

About the School - TEMS - Explorer Campus:
For over 50 years, The English Montessori School is an established British School that combines the benefits of a British education with aspects of the Montessori pedagogy. As well as our high academic standards, we have an exciting enrichment curriculum and a strong student leadership structure. This ensure our pupils are ready for life by being socially engaged, with a good level of emotional intelligence, independent and self-disciplined.

• A reputation for academic excellence and an exciting opportunity to work within a global organization
• Large campus in a great location in Madrid (Aravaca) with a state of the art campus being built for 2025.
• Confident, independent and welcoming pupils
• Friendly and committed staff
• Excellent professional development and career opportunities

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Secondary Humanities Teacher (Geography Specialism) to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 20 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 90 schools in 20 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the Role:
The Class Teacher is at the heart of life at TEMS, inspiring a genuine love of learning within a Montessori-informed environment that nurtures independence, curiosity and confidence. You will deliver engaging and inclusive lessons, maintain high expectations for all students and use effective assessment to support progress and achievement. Working closely with families, you will build strong relationships that support each child's academic, social and emotional development. The successful candidate will create a positive and stimulating classroom environment, champion student wellbeing, uphold the highest safeguarding standards and contribute fully to the wider life, values and strategic priorities of the school.

This is a permanent, part-time role.

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Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking an outstanding and committed teacher who holds a Bachelor's degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), or an internationally recognised equivalent, with experience teaching across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. You will have a strong understanding of A Level and/or International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes and be a native English speaker, or possess an equivalent level of fluency. Spanish language skills and an existing right to work in the EU would be advantageous. Above all, you will demonstrate personal drive, integrity and resilience, alongside excellent partnership-working and influencing skills. You will be an analytical thinker who is committed to developing others, holding yourself and colleagues to high standards, and making a positive contribution to the wider school community.

Benefits at Cognita:
•Competitive salary (depending upon qualifications and experience) with comprehensive benefits package
•Outstanding relocation support and possible allowance for the right candidate
•Free lunch provided during Term Time
•School holidays and public holidays
•School fee discount
•Exclusive third-party discounts
•Professional Development

How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 11th October 2026

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.