About the School - NBH Canonbury
North Bridge House Senior School & Sixth Form in Canonbury serves children aged 11-18 years. Islington’s first independent Senior School & Sixth Form, and judged ‘outstanding’ in all areas by Ofsted, we are part of North Bridge House School, a family of four independent day schools across five campuses in Hampstead and Islington, London, for children aged 2-18 years.
We challenge our students on a daily basis and prepare them for entry into the top universities and the world of work, as well as encouraging their talents in a wide range of extracurricular and enrichment activities. North Bridge House Canonbury offers a high-quality education in surroundings that are as inspirational as the exceptional teaching.
With a wide range of enrichment opportunities that complement our academic provision, all of our students will leave North Bridge House well-rounded and highly qualified. With specialist teachers that have been hand-picked from across some of the best schools in London and from highly successful academic backgrounds, we will help our students to achieve the high aspirations we have for them.
We are recruiting an exceptional Teacher of Maths & Economics who can teach the subjects across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. The position is for September 2025 and is suitable for an experienced colleague. The post is for full-time and permanent.
Small classes, highly motivated students and a stunning setting in the heart of London all contribute to making North Bridge House Senior Canonbury a special place to teach. Previous experience in the independent school sector is not required, but high expectations for children’s learning are essential.
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
To contribute to raising standards of student achievement in the Maths & Economics subjects areas by teaching lessons and supporting the subject leaders. Further, to support the academic teaching and pastoral functions across the school.
In a typical day, you may be:
1. Delivering high-quality lessons that support the development of knowledge and understanding of students
2. Supporting subject leaders in ensuring high-quality lesson plans and schemes of work that engage and enrich students’ learning
3. Reporting on internal and external assessments to help determine students’ progress and attainment
4. Working with the Head of Year to support and deliver high-quality pastoral care to students
5. Supporting the faculty and whole school development priorities
6. Undertaking appropriate supervision before school, at break, after school and at lunch time as per the whole school duty rota
7. Attending and engaging with continuous professional development sessions with key stakeholders to support the development of the best possible quality of teaching and learning
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate would have:
1. A good undergraduate degree in Maths and/or Economics
2. Commitment and passion for teaching
3. Good communication and organisation skills
4. Effective management of student behaviour
5. Digital competence to utilise technology essential in lesson delivery
Benefits at Cognita
1. Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
2. Teacher’s Pension
3. Free lunch provided during Term Time
4. School holidays and public holidays
5. Free parking on site (subject to availability)
6. School fee discount
7. Exclusive third-party discounts
8. Professional Development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 16th March 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.
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