Secondary Science Teacher (ECT/NQT)

About Hastings School, Lorenzo solano Tendero:
1415 students | 56 nationalities | 6 sites | 1 school

Hastings School, founded in 1971, serves students aged 2-18, from a diverse community and is nestled in the heart of Madrid, Spain. We are a prestigious, premium international school, within the Cognita family of schools.  Our holistic educational approach delivers outstanding academic results. Whilst in the last two years our graduates leave to attend many of the best universities around the world including; University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL, Duke University, University of Edinburgh, King's College London, KU Leuven, LSE, University of St Andrews & Delft University of Technology to but name a few.

We want students of all ages to enjoy their educational journey at Hastings starting from their first day at school.  We want them to fulfil their academic potential and develop the knowledge, understanding, skills and attributes they will need in the future.

We utilize a series of learning habits as part of our learner power approach.  These habits are Collaboration, Creativity, Curiosity, Empathy, Reflection, Resilience, Responsibility and Thinking.

At Hastings, as part of the Cognita group of schools, we explicitly design our approach to education to help students develop these attributes and emerge ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

This is a remarkable time to join a remarkable school.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for a Newly Qualified or Early Careers Science 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:
As a Secondary Science Teacher, you will deliver engaging, rigorous and inclusive lessons that inspire students across a range of abilities. You will model outstanding classroom practice, using creative teaching methods that stimulate curiosity and deepen understanding of the Science curriculum. You will use assessment data to plan effectively, monitor progress and provide meaningful feedback that enables every student to achieve their full potential. Beyond your classroom responsibilities, you will contribute to wider school life through form tutoring, extracurricular activities and participation in key school events. You will also play an active role in maintaining a safe, supportive and positive learning environment, adhering to safeguarding expectations and promoting high standards of behaviour, punctuality and work ethic.

This is a permanent, full-time role, with a start date of 31/08/2026.

To view our Role Profile,  click here .

Who We Are Looking For:
We are looking for an ECT/NQT who holds a UK‑approved PGCE or international equivalent, and who is committed to professional development. You are an enthusiastic and committed educator who genuinely enjoys working with young people. You bring strong organisational skills, a collaborative mindset and the confidence to adapt to change with sensitivity and professionalism. You understand what effective teaching, learning and assessment look like, and you strive to raise academic standards for all students. Above all, you have a natural passion for Science, and the drive to share it in a way that inspires every learner.

How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date:  Sunday 16th August 2026 .

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

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.