Early Years Teacher

About the School - Paseo de la Habana
1342 students | 61 nationalities | 6 sites | 1 school

Hastings School is dedicated to providing exceptional education within a nurturing environment. Established in 1971, it was one of the first schools in Madrid to implement the British National Curriculum, with English as the main language of instruction.

The school is currently experiencing significant growth, having opened a new Sixth Form teaching block designed for the 21st Century in September 2019 and a new Primary campus in September 2021.

As a member of the Cognita Group, our educators benefit from extensive professional development opportunities and the chance to collaborate and share best practices with colleagues from other institutions.

Many teachers who come to Madrid opt to remain due to the outstanding quality of life, characterized by excellent weather, rich culture, diverse sports, culinary delights, and welcoming people. Skiing is available just an hour north in the winter months. Madrid serves as a fantastic base for exploring both Spain and Europe, and the cost of living is generally lower than in the UK.

The school is thrilled to announce an opening for an experienced Early Years Teacher to become part of our wonderful team. This position is for Maternity Cover.

About Cognita
Cognita is a leading global entity in independent education. Established in 2004, we encompass a growing network of over 100 schools across 16 countries—including Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East—serving more than 85,000 students. While each of our schools is uniquely distinct, our shared mission is to cultivate an environment where everyone can 'Thrive in a rapidly evolving world.'

At Cognita, we recognize that every student is unique and we foster their individual personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, regardless of their location or starting point. Our schools also embrace uniqueness while providing rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. Students benefit from being part of a larger community, gaining access to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools worldwide, ensuring each child receives a truly world-class education.

Our individualized approach empowers every school, teacher, and student to concentrate on their strengths and flourish.

About the Role
As an Early Years Teacher, your primary responsibility will be to help the children in your care reach their full potential while upholding high teaching standards. This role entails planning, delivering lessons, managing the classroom, and evaluating and monitoring student progress. You will be expected to implement and provide a well-rounded, balanced, relevant, and differentiated curriculum for children, utilizing the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum and adhering to the school's curriculum policies.

To view the full job description, click here.

Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will possess a university degree in education or an equivalent Early Years qualification. Experience within the UK education system and proficiency in Spanish would be advantageous, though not mandatory. A genuine curiosity and tolerance towards diverse lifestyles and languages are essential qualities for this role.

Benefits at Cognita
We offer a competitive salary along with 100% fee remission for staff children and assistance with relocation, including support in securing accommodation and navigating Spanish legal requirements.

How to Apply
Please ensure you complete your application before the deadline. The closing date for applications is Sunday, 20th October 2024.

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

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

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED; WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.