About the School - The British School of Valencia:
British School of Valencia (BSV) is a private British school for students aged 2 to 18 years old located in the city centre of Valencia.

BSV strives to offer a distinct educational model providing an excellent British education both at an academic and human level basing its curriculum on the core values of responsibility, curiosity, respect, and motivation. The school tries to adapt to the students’ needs to meet the shifting requirements of an ever-changing world by offering the British Curriculum; a varied, practical, and inclusive system which encourages the students to become the leaders of their learning.

BSV’s mission is to build success through a balance of academics, relationships, and character development. Their vision is focused on students valuing their education, to actively explore and investigate in order to achieve the goals they set for themselves. It seeks to empower them with the necessary skills and tools for them to acquire new knowledge that will help them improve their understanding of the world.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Spanish as an Additional Language Teacher to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing 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 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 90 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.

About the Role:
In this role, you will play a central part in fostering a positive, purposeful learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best. You will take responsibility for student learning, using data effectively to plan, organise, and evaluate progress across the year. You will create safe, orderly classrooms, promote positive behaviour, and maintain confidentiality in line with school policy. Your role will include communicating thoughtfully with families, collaborating closely with colleagues, and contributing fully to the wider life of the school—whether through meetings, duties, or supporting school events. You will also help strengthen home–school links and support students’ wellbeing, including guiding them through friendship challenges and contributing to a culture of listening and respect.

This is a fixed-term contract, part-time role with a start date in September 2026.


Who We Are Looking For:
You are an excellent communicator and a committed, fully qualified teacher with successful teaching experience. You bring strong instructional skills, exemplary classroom management, and a flexible, cooperative approach. You thrive as part of a team, working effectively with colleagues across different roles and disciplines. You are proactive, reliable, and able to align your practice with the school’s mission, culture, and expectations. Above all, you are dedicated to maintaining high standards, supporting students’ academic and emotional development, and contributing to a professional and positive learning community.

Benefits at Cognita:

• Free lunch at Schools
• Free school fees
• My Benefits platform
• Support with relocation. Support includes help finding accommodation and Spanish legalities.

How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026.

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.