Secondary English Teacher

**SECONDARY ENGLISH TEACHER**:**Colegio Europeo de Madrid **is looking to appoint a full time** Secondary English Language Teacher** to start immediately.

We are looking for teachers with an international outlook for our multilingual school and an ability to speak Spanish is an advantage but the willingness to learn the basics is essential. A growth mindset is a must

**The Role**

We are looking for teachers who have experience of:

- Teaching English Language
- Setting high expectations which engage, motivate and challenge pupils.
- Planning and teaching lessons which are creative and inspire awe and wonder.
- Monitoring and being accountable for pupils’ attainment, progress and outcomes.
- Setting high expectations of positive attitudes to learning.
- Communicating effectively with parents with regard to pupils’ achievements and wellbeing.
- Making a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of a school.
- Continuously challenging themselves to improve, progress and be the best teacher they can possibly be.

**Our school**

Colegio Europeo de Madrid is a private co-educational school which caters to the educational needs of students of the Spanish and International communities in Madrid.

Children from birth to eighteen years of age are admitted to a complete and highly successful educational experience., where we are excited by the opportunities that today´s education system brings.

Though most students are Spanish, numerous nationalities are represented in the student population.

Traditionally CEM students rank among the best of the students in Spanish schools in Madrid, on external exams taken by those students. As you would expect, all graduates of the senior school go on to higher education.

**We can offer**
- A genuine reputation for academic excellence and an exciting opportunity to work within a global organization, forming professional bonds amongst our worldwide group of educators.
- An easily accesible location in Madrid (Las Rozas de Madrid).
- Confident, independent and welcoming pupils.
- An experienced and committed staff.
- A competitive salary within a dynamic staff body.
- Places for children in CEM at no cost.

**Additional information**
- Class sizes of an average of 22 pupils.
- We offer personal development and ongoing support.
- Preferably 2 to 3 years’ experience in Spanish/ British/ International schools.
- Students are being prepared for the Cambridge external examinations by the MFL Department.

**Contract**

Full time and permanent with remuneration and working conditions that reflect the Spanish national collective bargaining agreement for private education.

**Start date**: as soon as possible

**Safeguarding**: 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 checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

**Diversity**: Cognita’s success depends on our people. With 80+ schools in eleven countries and our employees representing over 40 nationalities, the scope of our difference is a source of pride. We believe this diversity positively promotes global citizenship and reflects the value of contribution irrespective of one’s personal characteristics and/or background.

**Equal opportunities**: Cognita is committed to preserving and promoting equality of opportunity in all aspects of the conduct of its business. No member of staff or any applicant for employment with Cognita will be discriminated against, harassed, or victimised because of their personal characteristics. Cognita expects all staff to comply with the letter and the spirit of its policy.

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