PE Teacher

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 PE 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 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 Role

As an educator, it is essential to take responsibility for all students’ learning and be available for parents and meetings according to school policies. Facilitating home-school communication through meetings and written communications, while maintaining confidentiality of students and their records. Using data to organise, plan, set goals, and evaluate progress throughout the year helps in establishing a safe and orderly environment. Collaborating with all school personnel to create a professional and positive learning community, attending faculty meetings, and participating in assigned activities are important duties. Assigning reasonable tasks and homework, undertaking lunchtime and playtime duties, and ensuring effective behaviour management and attendance monitoring are key responsibilities. Keeping planning up to date and detailed for cover situations, supporting the school’s mission and policies, complying with health and safety policies, and undertaking risk assessments are necessary. Supervising students in various settings, promoting E-safety through workshops, and providing support for children needing guidance in resolving friendship issues are also part of the role.

Who we are looking for: 

• Successful teaching experience; Fully qualified teacher
• Exemplary in using skills and instructional strategies for educational purposes
• Flexible, friendly and cooperative
• To have excellent classroom management skills and to be able to follow the school’s disciplinary code.

To view the full job description, please Click Here.

Benefits at Cognita 

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience 
• Free lunch provided during Term Time 
• School holidays and public holidays

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is Wednesday 15th January 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 AP