About the School - The British School of Valencia:

British School of Valencia (BSV) is a private British school for students aged 2 to 18 years old located in the city centre of Valencia.

BSV strives to offer a distinct educational model providing an excellent British education both at an academic and human level basing its curriculum on the core values of responsibility, curiosity, respect, and motivation. The school tries to adapt to the students’ needs to meet the shifting requirements of an ever-changing world by offering the British Curriculum; a varied, practical, and inclusive system which encourages the students to become the leaders of their learning.

BSV’s mission is to build success through a balance of academics, relationships, and character development. Their vision is focused on students valuing their education, to actively explore and investigate in order to achieve the goals they set for themselves. It seeks to empower them with the necessary skills and tools for them to acquire new knowledge that will help them improve their understanding of the world.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Music Secondary Teacher to join our fantastic team.

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 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 90 schools in 21 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:

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring music to life in the classroom and beyond. As a Music Teacher, the role centres on delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that build students’ confidence in performance, composition, and musical understanding. Creating a positive, purposeful learning environment is key, where students feel motivated to explore and develop their talents. Day to day, you’ll plan inspiring lessons, track progress carefully, and adapt your approach to meet different needs. There’s also plenty of scope to shape the school’s wider musical culture through concerts, ensembles, and productions, helping to make music a visible and vibrant part of school life. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll contribute to shared goals and a strong team ethos.

This is a full-time, temporary position needed from September 2026 to November 2026.

To view our Role Profile, click here.

Who We Are Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who brings energy, creativity, and a genuine passion for music education. Strong subject knowledge is important, but just as vital is the ability to engage and inspire young people from all backgrounds and abilities. Organisation and adaptability will help you deliver consistently high-quality lessons, while a reflective mindset will support your ongoing development. Being a team player matters here, as does a willingness to get involved in the wider life of the school. Above all, you’ll care about making a real difference, helping students grow in confidence and enjoyment through music.

Benefits at Cognita:

• Free lunch at Schools

• Support with relocation. Support includes help finding accommodation and Spanish legalities.

How to Apply:

Complete this application before the closing date: 23:59 CEST (UTC+2), Sunday September 13th 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 closing date for the right applicant.