Secondary Teacher

About Lorenzo Solano Tendero:
1415 students | 56 nationalities | 6 sites | 1 school

Founded in 1971, Hastings School caters to students aged 2-18 and thrives within a vibrant community located in the heart of Madrid, Spain. As a distinguished premium international school within the Cognita network, we are dedicated to a holistic educational model that yields exceptional academic outcomes. In the past two years, our graduates have successfully gained admission to some of the most prestigious universities worldwide, including the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL, Duke University, University of Edinburgh, King's College London, KU Leuven, LSE, University of St Andrews, and Delft University of Technology, among others.

From day one, we aim to make the educational journey at Hastings enjoyable for all students. Our goal is to help them reach their academic potential while cultivating the knowledge, understanding, skills, and attributes essential for their future.

We implement a set of learning habits as part of our learner power philosophy, which includes Collaboration, Creativity, Curiosity, Empathy, Reflection, Resilience, Responsibility, and Thinking.

As a member of the Cognita group of schools, Hastings is committed to intentionally designing our educational approach to foster these attributes, preparing students to excel in a rapidly changing world.

Now is an exciting time to become part of our exceptional school.

The school is currently seeking a skilled Secondary Teacher to join our outstanding team.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a leading name in independent education. Established in 2004, we encompass a growing network of 90 schools across 21 countries, including Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving over 100,000 students. While each of our schools is distinct, our shared mission is to cultivate an environment where everyone can "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world."

At Cognita, we recognize the individuality of every student. We nurture their unique personalities and strengths, providing academic, social, and emotional support, regardless of their location or starting point. Each of our schools is also unique, and we celebrate what makes them special while offering rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. Students benefit from being part of a broader community, accessing the collective expertise of 90 schools globally, ensuring a truly world-class education.

This individualized approach empowers every school, teacher, and student to excel in their respective strengths and thrive.

About the Role:
In this position, you'll motivate a diverse group of learners by delivering high-quality instruction that demonstrates high expectations, robust subject knowledge, and a genuine enthusiasm for your discipline. You'll design engaging lessons utilizing a variety of effective teaching strategies that inspire curiosity and cater to the needs of all students. Assessment data will guide your practice, allowing you to monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to help them achieve their academic objectives. As an integral part of the school community, you'll contribute to reports, uphold discipline in accordance with school policies, and engage in broader responsibilities such as form tutoring, extracurricular activities, and staff development. Additionally, you will maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and student wellbeing.

This is a permanent, full-time position, with a start date of 31/08/2026.

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Who We Are Looking For:
We seek an enthusiastic, dedicated teacher who is committed to enhancing achievement for every student. You possess strong organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, and the confidence to navigate change with sensitivity and initiative. You have a solid understanding of effective teaching, learning, and assessment strategies, and you take a proactive approach to your professional growth. Valuing teamwork and positive communication, you have a genuine passion for working with young people. Above all, you are devoted to fostering a supportive, ambitious, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

How to Apply:
Please submit your application before the deadline: Sunday 31st May 2026.

We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.

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

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