Secondary Science Teacher
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed25 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
About Hastings School, Lorenzo Solano Tendero:
1415 students | 56 nationalities | 6 sites | 1 school
Established in 1971, Hastings School caters to students aged 2-18 from a vibrant community situated in the heart of Madrid, Spain. As a distinguished premium international school within the Cognita family, we pride ourselves on our holistic educational philosophy that results in exceptional academic achievements. In the past two years, our graduates have successfully gained admission to many prestigious universities globally, 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.
Our goal is to ensure that students of all ages have an enjoyable educational experience from their very first day at Hastings. We aim for them to reach their academic potential while acquiring the knowledge, understanding, skills, and attributes essential for their future.
We implement a set of learning habits as part of our learner power philosophy. These habits include Collaboration, Creativity, Curiosity, Empathy, Reflection, Resilience, Responsibility, and Thinking.
At Hastings, as a member of the Cognita group, we purposely design our educational approach to foster these traits, preparing students to thrive in an ever-changing world.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a remarkable institution.
We are currently seeking an experienced Secondary Science Teacher to become a part of our wonderful team.
About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education, established in 2004. Our community comprises 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 unique, our shared mission is to create 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 school retains its distinctiveness while benefiting from shared knowledge and best practices. Our students gain access to the collective wisdom of 90 schools worldwide, ensuring an education that is truly world-class.
This individualized approach empowers every school, teacher, and student to focus on their strengths and flourish.
About the Role:
As a Secondary Science Teacher, you will deliver engaging, rigorous, and inclusive lessons that inspire students of varying abilities. You will exemplify outstanding classroom practice by employing creative teaching methods that ignite curiosity and enhance comprehension of the Science curriculum. You will utilize assessment data to plan effectively, track progress, and provide meaningful feedback that helps each student reach their full potential. In addition to your classroom duties, you will participate in the broader school community through form tutoring, extracurricular activities, and involvement in key school events. You will also actively contribute to maintaining a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment, adhering to safeguarding protocols and promoting high standards of behavior, punctuality, and work ethic.
This is a permanent, full-time position with a start date of 31/08/2026.
To view our Role Profile, click here.
Who We Are Looking For:
We seek an enthusiastic and dedicated educator who genuinely enjoys engaging with young people. You possess strong organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to adapt to change with professionalism and sensitivity. You understand the components of effective teaching, learning, and assessment and are committed to elevating academic standards for all students. A UK-approved PGCE or its international equivalent is required, along with a commitment to your professional growth. Most importantly, you have a genuine passion for Science and the zeal to share it in a manner that motivates every learner.
We encourage early applications and reserve the right to conduct interviews and make appointments prior to the closing date for the suitable candidate.
Cognita Schools are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff, volunteers, and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be conducted before confirming any appointment.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect, regardless of their background.
1415 students | 56 nationalities | 6 sites | 1 school
Established in 1971, Hastings School caters to students aged 2-18 from a vibrant community situated in the heart of Madrid, Spain. As a distinguished premium international school within the Cognita family, we pride ourselves on our holistic educational philosophy that results in exceptional academic achievements. In the past two years, our graduates have successfully gained admission to many prestigious universities globally, 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.
Our goal is to ensure that students of all ages have an enjoyable educational experience from their very first day at Hastings. We aim for them to reach their academic potential while acquiring the knowledge, understanding, skills, and attributes essential for their future.
We implement a set of learning habits as part of our learner power philosophy. These habits include Collaboration, Creativity, Curiosity, Empathy, Reflection, Resilience, Responsibility, and Thinking.
At Hastings, as a member of the Cognita group, we purposely design our educational approach to foster these traits, preparing students to thrive in an ever-changing world.
This is an extraordinary opportunity to join a remarkable institution.
We are currently seeking an experienced Secondary Science Teacher to become a part of our wonderful team.
About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education, established in 2004. Our community comprises 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 unique, our shared mission is to create 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 school retains its distinctiveness while benefiting from shared knowledge and best practices. Our students gain access to the collective wisdom of 90 schools worldwide, ensuring an education that is truly world-class.
This individualized approach empowers every school, teacher, and student to focus on their strengths and flourish.
About the Role:
As a Secondary Science Teacher, you will deliver engaging, rigorous, and inclusive lessons that inspire students of varying abilities. You will exemplify outstanding classroom practice by employing creative teaching methods that ignite curiosity and enhance comprehension of the Science curriculum. You will utilize assessment data to plan effectively, track progress, and provide meaningful feedback that helps each student reach their full potential. In addition to your classroom duties, you will participate in the broader school community through form tutoring, extracurricular activities, and involvement in key school events. You will also actively contribute to maintaining a safe, supportive, and positive learning environment, adhering to safeguarding protocols and promoting high standards of behavior, punctuality, and work ethic.
This is a permanent, full-time position with a start date of 31/08/2026.
To view our Role Profile, click here.
Who We Are Looking For:
We seek an enthusiastic and dedicated educator who genuinely enjoys engaging with young people. You possess strong organizational skills, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to adapt to change with professionalism and sensitivity. You understand the components of effective teaching, learning, and assessment and are committed to elevating academic standards for all students. A UK-approved PGCE or its international equivalent is required, along with a commitment to your professional growth. Most importantly, you have a genuine passion for Science and the zeal to share it in a manner that motivates every learner.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the deadline: Sunday 26th April 2026.We encourage early applications and reserve the right to conduct interviews and make appointments prior to the closing date for the suitable candidate.
Cognita Schools are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff, volunteers, and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be conducted before confirming any appointment.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect, regardless of their background.