Descripción de la oferta
Overview
About the School-TEMS - Explorer Campus: For over 50 years, The English Montessori School is an established British School that combines the benefits of a British education with aspects of the Montessori pedagogy. As well as our high academic standards, we have an exciting enrichment curriculum and a strong student leadership structure. This ensure our pupils are ready for life by being socially engaged, with a good level of emotional intelligence, independent and self-disciplined.
A reputation for academic excellence and an exciting opportunity to work within a global organization.
Large campus in a great location in Madrid (Aravaca) with a state of the art campus being built for 2025.
Confident, independent and welcoming pupils.
Friendly and committed staff.
Excellent professional development and career opportunities.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Mathematics 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
As Head of Mathematics, you will lead a dynamic department committed to excellence, innovation and high‑quality learning. You will model outstanding practice across KS3, KS4 and KS5, delivering inspiring lessons and maintaining high expectations for every student. You will shape the strategic direction of Mathematics in line with the school’s improvement plan, overseeing curriculum development, assessment processes, and quality assurance. You will champion opportunities for students by promoting international, national and local maths competitions, and you will cultivate a culture of collaboration, creativity and ambition within your team. Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will play an active role in whole‑school priorities and contribute to the academic and personal development of your tutor group.
This is a permanent, full-time role with a start date in September 2026.
To view our Role Profile, please click here.
Who We Are Looking For
You are an enthusiastic and innovative educator with strong organisational and leadership skills. You can lead and manage a team effectively, respond sensitively to change and consistently promote high academic standards. You understand what excellent teaching, learning and assessment look like, and you bring initiative, optimism and a genuine passion for Mathematics. With experience across all secondary key stages, you are committed to helping students grow as confident, successful young people. You uphold the highest safeguarding standards and communicate confidently as a native‑level English speaker, with Spanish language skills an added advantage.
Benefits at Cognita
Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package
Outstanding relocation support and possible allowance for the right candidate
Free lunch provided during Term Time
School holidays and public holidays
School fee discount
Exclusive third-party discounts
Ongoing professional development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date: 29th March 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.
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