About The School - TEMS

We are a vibrant British private school based in Madrid, offering a tailor-made, holistic education for boys and girls, aged 3 to 17.

At The English Montessori School, we foster a love for learning, valuing the unique qualities of each child and guiding them through a journey of exploration and personal development. With a strong foundation in Montessori education spanning decades, we provide a secure and inspiring environment to support students in reaching their goals.

Join our supportive community of dedicated educators, caring parents, and curious students, all connected by a shared passion for progressive education. We look forward to being a part of your child's educational journey, assisting them in shaping their individual success story at The English Montessori School—where curiosity is encouraged, and dreams are nurtured.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced EYFS Monitor to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 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’.

About The Role

As an Early Years Foundation Stage Monitor at TEMS, you will be expected to assist in the social and emotional development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the Headteacher, Student Support Lead and class teachers. You will be supporting teachers in taking care of children's personal needs and making sure children are safe at all times and wider professional duties. This involves following professional practices consistent with school and system policies in working with students, students' records, parents and colleagues. You will be expected to do anything reasonable required by the Headteacher.

This is a temporary, part-time position that will serve as long-term leave coverage. Working hours will be from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

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Who we are looking for:

• Qualification: Level 3 Equivalent – education related qualification, with a minimum C Grade Maths and English GCSE – or Spanish equivalent is desirable.
• Knowledge/experience: Significant experience of working with children.
• Competences: Personal Drive, Integrity, Resilience, Influencing others, Partnership working, Holding others to account, Developing others, Analytical thinking
• Languages: English essential and Spanish desirable.
  
  

How To Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 9th February 2025.

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.