About This Role
About the School:
El Limonar International School Villamartín (ELIS Villamartín), part of the Cognita Schools Group with 560 students, is always looking to recruit high-quality staff into our dynamic learning communities. ELIS Villamartín is a growing school committed to improvement, CPD, and a positive work-life balance.
ELIS Villamartín aims to provide a high-quality education within a culture of care. It is a school that has been growing steadily for the last few years. ELIS Villamartín offers a program based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, IGCSE and IAL Level courses, as well as the Spanish Baccalaureate programme. El Limonar International School Villamartín is authorized by the British Council to run as a British curriculum school in Spain through inspection by the National Association of British Schools in Spain (NABSS).
Furthermore, ELIS Villamartín is recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education and is an approved examining center for Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson Edexcel, and AQA examinations. The school is part of the Cognita Schools Group’s European division. Most teachers who come to our region choose to stay as it offers a superb quality of life with wonderful weather, culture, sport, food, and people (something for everyone!). "
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced English Teacher Upper School 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:
We seek a talented and committed Upper School English Teacher to join our thriving international community at ELIS Villamartín. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop English across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5, inspiring students to explore their creativity, build confidence, and achieve academic excellence.
This is a permanent, full-time role with a proposed September 2026 start date.
Key Responsibilities:
•Deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons to students aged 11–18, preparing them for IGCSE and A-Level examinations.
•Assessment and Feedback: Use assessment data effectively to monitor student progress, provide detailed feedback, and set targets for improvement
•Embed the ELIS Murcia Values — Respect, Care, Perseverance, Honesty, and Kindness — into all aspects of teaching, learning, and wider school life.
•Use assessment data effectively to monitor student progress, providing timely support and challenge to maximise individual potential.
•Promote student wellbeing and resilience, contributing to the delivery of the Cognita Be Well Charter.
•Play an active role in the wider life of the school through co-curricular activities, events, and enrichment opportunities.
Who We Are Looking For:
• A degree and a recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE or equivalent).
• Proven experience of teaching English successfully at secondary school level, with experience preparing students for external examinations.
• A commitment to holistic education, nurturing both the academic progress and personal development of each student.
• Passion, creativity, and a growth mindset, with the ability to inspire students and colleagues alike.
• A collaborative and flexible approach, with excellent communication skills and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
Why Join ELIS Villamartín? ELIS Villamartín is a leading British international school for students aged 3 to 18, located in the vibrant region of Alicante, Spain. As part of the Cognita global family of schools, we offer a rich professional environment where innovation, professional development, and high standards of care and education are central to our mission. We are proud of our strong community, underpinned by the ELIS Values, and our commitment to providing students with the skills, knowledge and character to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Join us and help our students find their voice — on stage and beyond.
Benefits at Cognita:
We offer a competitive salary and 100% remission for staff children on tuition fees for staff on 0.75+ FTE contracts, local benefits, and legal advice and financial support for obtaining essential documents, such as visas.
Living & Working in Alicante: Most professionals who come to the Region of Alicante choose to stay as it offers a superb quality of life with wonderful weather, culture, sport, food, and people (something for everyone!).
How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date: 24th April 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.