Lower Primary Class Teacher

About the School - Southbank International Kensington

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.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lower Primary Class Teacher to join our fantastic team. 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!

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ 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 over 100 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

• Job Role: Lower Primary Class Teacher – January 2026 start
  
• Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full Time
  
• Location: Kensington Campus
  
• Salary Range: £49,522-£73,197 per annum (depending on experience)
  

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.

To view our Role Profile, click here .

Who we are looking for

• Degree in relevant subject (a degree in Teaching/QTS is desirable but not essential)
  
• Previous teaching experience
  

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. The Closing Date for Applications is:  10th October 2025

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.

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.