Spanish Teacher – Outstanding School – Wandsworth

Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid to scale

An Outstanding secondary school in Wandsworth is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Spanish Teacher to join its Modern Foreign Languages department. The school is seeking a teacher who can develop students' confidence in speaking Spanish, strengthen their understanding of grammar and vocabulary, and encourage an appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures.

This position would suit a dedicated practitioner who enjoys delivering interactive lessons and helping learners make measurable progress. The successful candidate will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, preparing students for examinations while encouraging them to use Spanish with increasing independence.

• Spanish Teacher Role

• Teaching Spanish across KS3 and KS4

• Preparing students for GCSE Spanish

• Location: Wandsworth, London

• Salary: MPS1–UPS3, paid to scale

• Full-time, permanent position

• Immediate start available

Spanish Teacher – Role and Responsibilities

You will deliver lessons that develop students' speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Your teaching will help pupils build a secure foundation in vocabulary and grammar before progressing towards more complex language structures and independent communication.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering engaging Spanish lessons across KS3 and KS4.

• Teaching vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and sentence construction.

• Developing students' confidence through regular spoken-language practice.

• Preparing learners for GCSE Spanish assessments and examinations.

• Using listening exercises and authentic texts to develop comprehension.

• Supporting students in producing accurate and well-structured written Spanish.

• Introducing students to Spanish-speaking countries, cultures and traditions.

• Differentiating lessons to meet varied learning needs and levels of attainment.

• Assessing work and providing clear, constructive feedback.

• Monitoring progress and identifying areas requiring additional support.

• Supporting students with revision and examination technique.

• Working collaboratively with MFL colleagues to develop resources and review curriculum delivery.

Spanish Teacher – School Information

Based in Wandsworth, the Outstanding school aims to provide a challenging and supportive educational environment. The Modern Foreign Languages department encourages students to develop communication skills, cultural awareness and confidence in using another language.

The successful candidate will contribute to a curriculum that balances grammatical knowledge with practical communication. You will help students recognise the value of learning Spanish for further education, travel and future career opportunities while maintaining high expectations for achievement.

Spanish Teacher – Experience and Qualifications

Applicants should:

• Hold QTS or be an eligible Early Career Teacher.

• Have a degree or strong subject knowledge in Spanish.

• Demonstrate confident spoken and written Spanish.

• Be confident teaching Spanish at secondary level, particularly KS3 and KS4.

• Understand GCSE Spanish curriculum and assessment requirements.

• Use varied teaching approaches to engage students.

• Demonstrate effective planning, assessment and classroom management.

• Have high expectations for student progress and behaviour.

• Work collaboratively and contribute positively to departmental development.

Salary

The position is paid on the MPS1–UPS3 scale, depending on experience and qualifications.

Application

If you are a dedicated Spanish Teacher looking for a full-time, permanent role at an Outstanding school in Wandsworth, please send your CV for consideration.