Upper School French Teacher

About the School - ELIS Villamartin:
El Limonar International School Villamartín (ELIS Villamartín), part of theCognita Schools Group with 560 students, is always looking to recruithigh-quality staff into our dynamic learning communities. ELIS Villamartín is agrowing school committed to improvement, CPD, and a positive work-lifebalance.

ELIS Villamartín aims to provide a high-quality education within a culture ofcare. It is a school that has been growing steadily for the last few years.ELIS Villamartín offers a program based on the National Curriculum for Englandand Wales, IGCSE and IAL Level courses, as well as the Spanish Baccalaureateprogramme. El Limonar International School Villamartín is authorized by theBritish Council to run as a British curriculum school in Spain through inspectionby the National Association of British Schools in Spain (NABSS).

Furthermore, ELIS Villamartín is recognized by the Spanish Ministry ofEducation and is an approved examining center for Cambridge InternationalExaminations, Pearson Edexcel, and AQA examinations. The school is part of theCognita Schools Group's European division. Most teachers who come to our regionchoose to stay as it offers a superb quality of life with wonderful weather,culture, sport, food, and people (something for everyone!). "

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Upper School French Teacher tojoin our fantastic team.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are agrowing community of 90 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 tocreate an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolvingworld".

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinctpersonalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, andemotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they're startingfrom. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

It's an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student tofocus on what they do best and thrive.

About the Role:
We are seeking a talented and committed Upper School French Teacher to join ourthriving international community at ELIS Villamartín. This is an excitingopportunity to lead and develop French across Key Stages 2, 3, 4, and 5,inspiring students to explore their creativity, build confidence, and achieveacademic excellence.

This is a permanent, full-time role with a proposed September 2026 startdate.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver engaging, high-quality French lessons to students aged 9 -18, preparing them for IGCSE, A-Level and DELF examinations.
• Assessment and Feedback: Use assessment data effectively to monitor student progress, provide detailed feedback, and set targets for improvement
• Embed the ELIS Villamartín Values - Respect, Care, Perseverance, Honesty, and Kindness - into all aspects of teaching, learning, and wider school life.
• Use assessment data effectively to monitor student progress, providing timely support and challenge to maximise individual potential.
• Promote student wellbeing and resilience, contributing to the delivery of the Cognita Be Well Charter
• Play an active role in the wider life of the schoolthrough co-curricular activities, events, and enrichment opportunities.

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Who We Are Looking For:
A degree and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE or equivalent).
• Proven experience of teaching French successfully at secondary school level, with experience preparing students for external examinations.
• A commitment to holistic education, nurturing both the academic progress and personal development of each student.
• Passion, creativity, and a growth mindset, with the ability to inspire students and colleagues alike.
• A collaborative and flexible approach, with excellent communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Why Join ELIS Villamartín? ELIS Villamartín is a leading Britishinternational school for students aged 3 to 18, located in the vibrant regionof Alicante, Spain. As part of the Cognita global family of schools, we offer arich professional environment where innovation, professional development, andhigh standards of care and education are central to our mission. We are proudof our strong community, underpinned by the ELIS Values, and our commitment toproviding students with the skills, knowledge and character to thrive in arapidly changing world.

Join us and help our students find their voice - on stage and beyond.

Benefits at Cognita:
We offer a competitive salary and 100% remission for staff children ontuition fees for staff on 0.75+ FTE contracts, local benefits, and legal adviceand financial support for obtaining essential documents, such as visas.

Living & Working in Alicante: Most professionals who come to the Region ofAlicante choose to stay as it offers a superb quality of life with wonderfulweather, culture, sport, food, and people (something for everyone!).
How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date: 24th April 2026.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare ofchildren and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other thirdparties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employmentbackground checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating allemployees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

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