HR and Health

Full-Time | Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

About the School - The British School of Barcelona (Castelldefels):

The British School of Barcelona (BSB) is a great school in a wonderful location. We are an HMC school and were judged by a recent BSO (British Schools Overseas) inspection to be outstanding in every area, including the quality of education, safeguarding, pupil welfare, and academic outcomes.

BSB is a large, very popular school for children aged 3 to 18. Our curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum, and we offer a wide range of GCSEs, A levels, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma, all alongside a significant enrichment programme.

Over 2,000 pupils from more than 74 nationalities attend the school, and over 315 staff work at BSB. We are based in three locations, two just outside the city of Barcelona, in Castelldefels, where we have Primary, Secondary, and Pre-University campuses, and in the cosmopolitan town of Sitges, where we have another Primary campus. BSB City is in the heart of Barcelona itself, with a Foundation campus (built September 2021), and a brand-new main campus, which opened in September 2023. The growth of the school has been accompanied by significant investment over recent years, including the construction of a state-of-the-art Pre-University Centre (Nexus), a full-sized 4G rugby and football pitch, dedicated STEM facilities, and the new BSB City campuses. Barcelona is a wonderful place to live, combining an amazing city with beaches and mountains nearby. The quality of life is excellent, with a mild climate and year-round sunshine.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a a dedicated and proactive HR and Health & Safety Coordinator to join our dynamic team at BSB City, our newest and rapidly growing campus in the heart of Barcelona.

About Cognita

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.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 are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive HR and Health & Safety Coordinator to join our supportive and dynamic team at The British School of Barcelona (BSB). This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and people-focused professional who is passionate about creating a safe, caring, and positive working environment.

In this dual role, you will support both Health & Safety and Human Resources functions, helping to ensure our school remains compliant, efficient, and aligned with our values of Care, Community, Growth, and Learning. You will play a key part in maintaining the wellbeing and safety of our staff and students, coordinating essential compliance processes, supporting recruitment and training, and assisting with data and systems management.

Working closely with colleagues across the school and the wider Cognita group, you will help us deliver excellence in everything we do, promoting a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Who We Are Looking For:

We're looking for a confident, organised, and approachable professional who enjoys variety and takes pride in doing things well. You'll have a strong eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities with professionalism and discretion.

You'll bring:

• Experience in a similar HR, compliance, or Health & Safety role (ideally within an educational or international environment).
• A good understanding of Spanish employment and H&S regulations.
• Strong IT and administrative skills with the ability to manage data and systems accurately.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of others.
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken.

If you're someone who enjoys supporting people, thrives in a collaborative setting, and wants to contribute to a school community where everyone is valued and encouraged to grow, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits at Cognita:

• A fantastic team of staff who are committed, supportive and collaborative.

• The wider support of BSB, including access to high level CPD and future career opportunities.
• The support of the Cognita network, including cross-school learning partnerships.

All positions are offered with attractive packages including competitive salaries, places for staff children in BSB, and other local benefits.

How to Apply: Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 25/11/2025.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.

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.