Secondary Teacher (French & Music)

About the School - Colegio Internacional MeresFounded in 1966, Colegio Internacional Meres is a leading private school in Asturias, recognized for its academic excellence and international focus. As one of the first schools in Spain accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), it offers a high-quality and innovative educational model, combining the Spanish curriculum with IB programs.

Serving students from 1 to 18 years old, the school fosters critical thinking, self-discipline, and teamwork, shaping resilient and globally-minded individuals.

The campus is unique in Spain, it spans over 64,000 square meters of learning spaces surrounded by nature, providing an inspiring environment for both students and staff.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Secondary Teacher (French & Music) to join our great team.

About CognitaCognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 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'.

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 16 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.

About the roleAs a Secondary School Teacher, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality education that equips students with the skills, knowledge, and values needed to thrive. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons, set high expectations, and use varied teaching strategies to support all learners, including those with specific needs or exceptional abilities. You'll monitor progress, assess student outcomes, and provide meaningful feedback to students, parents, and colleagues. Your active participation in school life-through meetings, events, and collaborative initiatives-will help foster a vibrant, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:
• To comply with the Company safeguarding procedures, processes and code of conduct.
• To demonstrate a personal commitment to safeguarding through your actions.
• To ensure that any safeguarding concerns or incidents are reported appropriately.
• To attend safeguarding training when joining the company and when required.

Key Accountabilities:
• Model and deliver outstanding practice in own subject area(s) using a variety of delivery methods which supports, challenges and stretches students as appropriate to ensure the demands of the syllabus are meet, if not exceeded.
• To participate in all aspects of monitoring student progress and attainment, including the provision of written records in line with policies and procedures.
• To work with appropriate personnel to identify and implement achievable solutions where students are not perceived to be achieving their full potential.
• To assist the subject leader in the development of appropriate syllabuses, resources, schemes of work & teaching strategies.
• To support the provision of pastoral care across the school, with particular emphasis on any designated specific groups of students.
• To use data, both externally & internally produced, to assess student performance and to develop appropriate courses of action
• To maintain a level of personal development to ensure that subject knowledge & teaching methods continue to be enhanced.
• To work as a member of a team, positively contributing to effective working relations and deployment

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Who we are looking for:To contribute to raising standards of student achievement in French and Music by teaching a timetable of lessons and supporting the subject leader in the achievement of whole school and department goals as stated in the school's strategic plan.

The successful candidate will have:
- Qualified Teacher Status (MFP) or equivalent
- Music studies
- French: C1/C2 or native speaker

How to ApplyComplete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 15 July 2025Cognita 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.

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