Teacher of Spanish

Location: Barking

School Type: Independent Secondary School

A prestigious, academically ambitious independent secondary school in Barking is seeking an articulate, enthusiastic, and highly proficient Teacher of Spanish to join their vibrant Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) faculty. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated linguist, whether an experienced teacher looking for a high-performing setting or an ambitious Early Career Teacher (ECT), to inspire a genuine passion for Hispanic language, culture, and global literature.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Spanish, you will deliver rich, immersive, and communicative language instruction across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 (GCSE), and Key Stage 5 (A-Level). Utilizing modern language laboratories and interactive learning technologies, you will develop students' fluency, grammatical accuracy, and cultural appreciation, empowering them to excel in national examinations and communicate with confidence in an interconnected world.

• Start Date: Immediate or upcoming term

• Environment: A premier independent school renowned for small class sizes, motivated pupils, and high academic standards in modern languages

• Culture: A collegiate, supportive, and forward-thinking workplace supported by native-speaking language assistants and well-resourced departmental facilities

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute high-impact Spanish lessons across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5 that build listening, speaking, reading, and writing mastery.

• Prepare pupils thoroughly for GCSE and A-Level examinations using target-language teaching techniques and rigorous assessment.

• Incorporate Hispanic literature, film, history, and contemporary global culture into the curriculum to enrich the learning experience.

• Assess, track, and evaluate student linguistic progress, offering constructive feedback that stretches high achievers while supporting developing learners.

• Contribute to MFL enrichment initiatives, such as language clubs, debate competitions, cultural celebrations, and international exchange trips or educational visits.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching qualification.

• A strong academic background with a degree in Spanish, Hispanic Studies, Modern Languages, or a closely related discipline.

• Native or near-native fluency in Spanish, with excellent command of spoken and written English.

• Proven track record or demonstrated capability of delivering outstanding Spanish teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4 (KS5/A-Level experience is a distinct advantage).

• Thorough knowledge of national MFL curricula and examination board specifications (e.g., AQA, Edexcel).

• Exceptional classroom management, communication skills, and a passion for modern language acquisition.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Highly competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications, benchmarked against independent school standards.

• Generous PPA time, small class sizes, tailored continuous professional development (CPD), and access to school fitness and dining amenities.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious, creative, and inspiring Spanish specialist ready to make a lasting impact in a thriving Barking independent school, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application as soon as possible for consideration.