Teacher of Spanish and French

About the School - North Bridge House Senior School (Hampstead)North Bridge House Senior School is an independent, co-educational establishment which is a proud member of Cognita.

North Bridge House Senior School offers a supportive and nurturing environment where pupils feel secure and are set challenges that enable them to meet or exceed expectations. There are currently just over 450 Year 7-11 pupils on roll with plans to expand with Sixth Form starting September 2025.

We strive towards individual academic success by encouraging self-discipline and through a diverse curriculum that challenges pupils and develops enquiring minds.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teacher of Spanish and French to join our fantastic team.

About CognitaCognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 17 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 17 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 roleTo teach Spanish (KS3, KS4 and KS5) and French (KS3) across the 11-18 age group and support the personal development of children within their tutor group. To provide excellent, inspirational and dedicated teaching in a safe and stimulating environment.

The successful candidate will be a part of a team of full-time and part-time teachers who will teach Spanish to pupils in KS3 (Years 7-9), KS4 (Years 10-11) and KS5 (Years 12-13) and take responsibility for promoting, coordinating and participating in the departments' activities throughout the school year via after-school clubs, enrichment activities, guest-speakers, themed weeks, house competitions and residential trips. The successful candidate will be expected to plan lessons and schemes of work both independently and collaboratively with the MFL Department that address the various needs of both our individual pupils and the wider cohort.. Contribute to the creation of departmental development plans, policies, curriculum documents, risk assessments etc. in liaison with the MFL Department and the Senior Leadership Team.

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Who we are looking for:We are looking for an individual with a Degree in MFL or a related subject and/or a PGCE in MFL with another undergraduate degree. We are looking to onboard an individual with experience of working with young adults via teaching or other roles. Successful Candidate will possess the ability to make Spanish and French accessible to a range of mixed ability students, including gifted children and those with additional needs.

Benefits at Cognita• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Teacher's Pension
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• School holidays and public holidays
• School fee discount
• Professional Development

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

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.

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