Secondary English Teacher

About the School - The English Montessori 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 ensures 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 English Teacher to join our fantastic team.

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools is 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 100 schools in 21 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.

As a Teacher of English at TEMS, you will inspire students across KS3 and KS4, and potentially KS5, by delivering engaging and innovative lessons that foster curiosity and confidence. You will model outstanding teaching practice, track student progress using data and assessments, and maintain high standards of behaviour and achievement.

Beyond the classroom, you will contribute to collaborative curriculum planning, support intervention programmes, and help shape the vision for English Literature within the faculty. For the right candidate, there is an opportunity to take on additional responsibility as a Key Stage Leader. You will also play an active role in pastoral care as a tutor, supporting students’ character development and wellbeing.

This is a permanent, full-time role with a proposed September 2026 start date.

You are an enthusiastic and skilled teacher with a strong academic background and a genuine love for working with young people. You have excellent organisational and communication skills, thrive in a collaborative environment, and bring creativity, optimism, and resilience to your work. You hold a relevant degree with QTS or international equivalent, have experience teaching KS3 and KS4, and ideally some knowledge of KS4 Literature.

You are committed to safeguarding, professional growth, and delivering exceptional learning experiences. If you are ready to make a positive impact and join a dynamic, forward‑thinking school community, we would love to hear from you.

• 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.

Complete this application before the closing date: 31st January 2026.

Interview dates:
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

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.