Job Description

About the School - SBI Kensington

Southbank International School is one of the leading and longest established IB schools in the UK. Its reputation for excellence and its central London locations attract a wide range of students from across the world. In addition, we aim to attract the best teaching and administrative staff, to maintain and build upon our successful reputation as a centre for excellent teaching and learning with a commitment to student wellbeing.



The school now has an exciting opportunity for a

Lower Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)

to join our fantastic team for 12 months to cover a period of Maternity Leave.

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'.



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.

About the role

Job Role: Lower Primary Class Teacher (Maternity Cover)- late August 2025 start

Employment Type: 12 Months FTC, Maternity, Full Time

Location: Kensington Campus

Salary Range: 49,522-73,197 per annum (depending on experience)



Southbank is a fabulous place to work - we are a friendly, happy school in Central London with a wonderful culture of support and collaboration, lovely staff and students from all around the world. This role is likely to be for students aged 6 to 8 however we would love it if you enjoy teaching most primary age groups!



With a liberal ethos, an emphasis on academic rigour and a commitment to the values of the IB, Southbank offers the opportunity to further extend your teaching and learning skills in a friendly, supportive and hard-working team.



We expect all staff to have high aspirations and expectations of themselves and our students. For the successful candidate, you will have an opportunity to join our enthusiastic school team and in return we offer a high-quality professional development programme which is personalised to individual needs. In addition, we have generous non-contact time, annual leave, and other staff benefits. All our teachers offer a termly extra-curricular activity which should motivate, excite, and interest children.



We welcome applications from experienced teachers who have worked in either the independent or state sector and/or internationally. It does not matter if you don't have IB experience, we believe in lifelong learning and will train you. All we ask in return is that you deeply care about children and have a positive and professional mindset.

What we are looking for

Excellent relationships with students and parents Collaborative and positive mindset Shows initiative Ability to work well as part of a teaching team and contribute to wider aspects of school life Previous experience of successfully working in lower primary grades essential

Benefits at Cognita

Competitive salary Childcare Vouchers Cycle to Work Scheme Eye Tests Pension School Holidays School Fees Discount (conditions apply) Interest free season ticket loan Own device during employment Generous maternity/paternity conditions 'My Staff Shop' membership Professional Development

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Closing date for applications: 22 June 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. Appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for regulated activity and overseas criminal records checks for all other countries in which the applicant has lived or worked for three months or more in the past ten years.



We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.