French and Spanish Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Northbridgehouse; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent school in London is looking for a passionate French and Spanish Teacher for maternity cover. The successful candidate will teach students aged 2-13 and contribute to the school community with strong communication skills and creativity. This fixed-term role offers a competitive salary and benefits, fostering an inspiring environment for both students and staff.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Teacher’s Pension

Free lunch during Term Time

School fee discount

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for teaching.
• Ability to teach students aged 2-13.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach French and Spanish across all age groups.
• Make contributions to school life.
• Build strong rapport with pupils and colleagues.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Creativity

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

French and Spanish Teacher (Maternity Cover)

About the school - Brighton College Prep Kensington
Welcome to Brighton College Prep Kensington, a happy and vibrant school for boys and girls aged 2 to 13.

As a part of the award-winning Brighton College family of schools, Brighton College Prep Kensington nurtures a culture of kindness, where the personal happiness of children is our priority. In an environment of academic excellence and opportunities beyond the classroom, we celebrate the uniqueness of every child, fostering curiosity and confidence as they grow. Brighton College Prep Kensington is an ambitious and innovative school, committed to nurturing curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every child.

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring aFrench and Spanish Specialist at an exciting time in the school's development. This is a fixed-term, maternity cover appointment from mid-April 2026 to December 2026 (approx.).

About The Brighton College Family of Schools

The Brighton College family of schools is renowned worldwide for its academic excellence, creativity, and commitment to kindness. With schools in the UK, Asia, and the Middle East, the family shares a common ethos of high ambition combined with a deep focus on the individual child. Pupils are encouraged to be curious, confident, and compassionate, thriving in environments that celebrate innovation and individuality. Being part of the Brighton College family means benefiting from the expertise, reputation, and pioneering spirit of one of the most highly regarded independent school groups in the world.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ 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 is 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 over 100 schools in 16 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.

As part of the Cognita family of schools

Brighton College Prep Kensington also benefits from being part of a thriving global network of over 100 schools across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. Cognita provides outstanding support, resources, and professional development, while enabling each school to retain its own distinctive ethos and character. For Brighton College Prep Kensington, this means combining the ambition and innovation of the Brighton College family with the strength, expertise, and international outlook of Cognita. This partnership ensures that pupils and staff alike benefit from world-class opportunities, while remaining rooted in the warmth and individuality of our own school community.

About the role

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional candidate to teach French and Spanish through the school, who will be willing to make a wider contribution to the life of this ambitious, busy and exciting school.

The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner and have a passion for teaching that will shine through in the classroom. They will enjoy teaching pupils across varying age groups including 2-13 years. A warm manner, initiative, excellent organisational and communication skills are central to this role. Also important is the ability to think creatively, build a strong rapport with pupils, colleagues, and parents.

To view our Applicant Pack, please click here.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Teacher’s Pension
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• School holidays and public holidays
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third-party discounts
• Professional Development

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 3rd October 2025.

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included within the Application Guidance. 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.