Register your interest - Careers in Hastings, Spain

About the school

Hastings School, founded in 1971, serves students aged 2-18 across six sites in Madrid. The school currently enrols 1400 students representing 56 nationalities and forms part of the Cognita family of schools. It delivers a holistic British-curriculum education that produces strong academic outcomes, with recent graduates progressing to leading universities including the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL, Duke University, University of Edinburgh, King’s College London, LSE and the University of St Andrews.

Cognita is a global leader in independent education, operating more than 100 schools in 21 countries and serving over 100,000 students. Its collective purpose is to help every learner thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

The role

This vacancy is for positions commencing in the 2026/27 academic year. Successful applicants will join the school’s talent pool and be considered among the first for future opportunities matching their skills and experience. Roles are available across teaching, administration, support and finance.

Requirements

• Teaching applicants should hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have experience with the British curriculum, with flexibility to work across Primary and Secondary stages.
• Enthusiastic early-career educators are also welcome.
• Non-teaching applicants should be motivated and adaptable, ready to contribute to the school’s success and community spirit.

Benefits & package

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Support with relocating to Spain.
• Free tuition fees for children of staff on permanent contracts.
• Free school lunches.
• A supportive and collaborative professional community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

How to apply

Candidates can apply via TheTeacherJob or request the school contact after signing in. Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The school is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.