STEM Teachers - Register your Interest

About Cognita

Cognita 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 95,000 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’.

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and shaping the future of innovation? Cognita Schools in Spain is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic STEM Teachers to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to spark curiosity and foster a love for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in students.

This vacancy is for any new vacancies for the 25/26 academic year and successful candidates will be added to our talent pool. By joining our talent pool, you will be among the first to be considered for upcoming roles that match your skills and experience. We value proactive, talented individuals, and this approach allows us to connect with the right candidates efficiently when opportunities arise. If you are looking to grow your career with us, we encourage you to apply and be part of our network of potential future team members.

About the role

As a STEM Teacher, you will design and deliver engaging lessons that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving. You’ll integrate modern teaching techniques and technology into the classroom, ensuring students are prepared for a rapidly evolving world.

We are looking for candidates willing to teach Combined Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Technology, ICT and Computer Science at all key stages in Secondary and Sixth Form. You must have a passion for teaching and the ability to connect with students. Prior teaching experience is preferred, but we also welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who are at the start of their teaching careers.

We are recruiting Teachers to work in any of our Schools listed below. In your personal statement on the application form, you will need to specify which schools are your preferred locations and how flexible you are with the location.

School Locations:

• British School of Barcelona (BSB)

• Hastings Schools

• British School of Valencia (BSV)

• ELIS Murcia

• ELIS Villamartin

• The English Montessori School (TEMS)

To view the Candidate Pack - Please Click Here

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Support with relocating to Spain

• Free tuition fees for children with permanent contracts

• Free lunches in school

• A supportive and collaborative teaching community.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Access to state of the art STEM resources and facilities.

How to apply

Please click apply and complete the application process.

You will be asked to complete an application form and a personal statement as part of the application process.

Please use your statement (in no more than 800 words) to demonstrate how you meet the skills and experience listed in the job description.

Applications will be sifted on your application form and personal statement. 

You must be available to start from Monday, 25th August 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.