About the Role Full-time, temporary Science Teacher (paternity cover)

at The British School of Barcelona, Castelldefels campus, starting October 2026.

Responsible for delivering the IGCSE Triple and Double Award Science, IBDP and A Level programmes, supporting our science curriculum and student development.

Responsibilities

Teach Science at KS3 and double science at KS4.

Deliver outstanding, innovative and inspirational lessons.

Set high expectations and track progress using data, observations and assessments.

Maintain discipline according to school procedures and encourage punctuality, behaviour and work standards.

Assess students’ work in line with school policies, referring to student performance targets.

Departmental Contribution

Support the vision and delivery of the science department and the school.

Collaborate on planning to develop an engaging curriculum.

Support robust and formative assessment systems and intervention programmes.

Contribute to professional development discussions and seek opportunities for personal growth.

Other Responsibilities

Participate in staff development and performance management programmes.

Attend staff meetings,



open evenings, parents’ evenings, assemblies and morning briefings.

Act as tutor supporting pastoral care for your form group.

Support the extracurricular programme of the school.

Carry out tasks reasonably required by the Headteacher and Principal.

Qualifications

Proven track record in teaching Biology at GCSE and IBDP or A Level standards.

Ability to teach KS3 Science and another IGCSE double award science discipline is an advantage.

Benefits A competitive salary package.

Free tuition for staff children at BSB.

Local benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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