Primary English Teacher

About the School – Florence Bilingual School

Florence Bilingual School (FBS) is a bilingual Italian/English school that has been active since 1973. Accredited by Cambridge International, FBS promotes an educational approach and curriculum aimed at the development of each student’s confidence, creativity, and autonomy. Since 2021, FBS has been part of the international Cognita Schools group, an extraordinary community of diverse yet connected schools spanning sixteen different countries.

With 50 years of experience, our school offers a high‑profile education that skillfully combines tradition and innovation. We prepare students to succeed in life by cultivating a global perspective and a fervent passion for learning. We design our educational approach to ensure that students develop the skills necessary to thrive in their personal growth journey, offering them an experience of learning excellence.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 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, but our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can “thrive in a rapidly evolving world”.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. They get to be part of something bigger. We open classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the Role

As a Primary English Teacher, you will create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment where young learners develop confidence, independence, and a love of language. You will plan and deliver engaging English lessons using a variety of teaching approaches to meet the needs of all students, including those with SEND.

You will foster a positive classroom culture built on high expectations, creativity, and strong relationships, assess and monitor student progress, provide timely and constructive feedback, and contribute to reports and wider school activities.

Working collaboratively with colleagues and building strong partnerships with parents, you will support each child’s academic and personal development. You will also take an active role in school life through events, trips, and ongoing professional development, while maintaining a strong commitment to safeguarding.

This role will be a full‑time, fixed‑term contract starting on Sep 1 2026 until June 2027.

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Who We Are Looking For

You are a passionate and dedicated educator with strong subject expertise in English and a commitment to inspiring young learners. You hold a relevant degree and teaching qualification, with at least two years of experience as a class teacher.

You bring excellent communication and organisational skills and are confident in managing a positive and inclusive classroom environment. You are adaptable, creative, and motivated to continuously improve your practice. You value collaboration and build strong relationships with colleagues, students, and parents. Most importantly, you are committed to supporting student wellbeing, progress, and success within a dynamic school community.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026.

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 the closing date for the right applicant.