Position: Spanish Teacher
Location: Hertford
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Spanish Teacher Role in an Inclusive Secondary School

An inclusive Secondary School in Hertford is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Spanish Teacher to join its successful Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a school that values cultural diversity, academic excellence, and developing confident communicators.

The school is committed to delivering a broad and engaging languages curriculum, encouraging students to develop fluency, curiosity, and an appreciation of different cultures. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team, excellent teaching resources, and a collaborative departmental culture.

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach Spanish across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging lessons that develop students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

Students follow a dynamic curriculum that explores the language, culture, and traditions of the Spanish-speaking world. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations while fostering confidence, cultural awareness, and a genuine enthusiasm for languages.

You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through language clubs, cultural celebrations, educational visits, exchange opportunities, and enrichment activities that bring language learning to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging and well-structured language lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations

• Develop students' speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills

• Assess progress and provide high-quality feedback

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support language enrichment activities and educational visits

• Inspire confidence and enthusiasm for language learning

The School Environment

This Inclusive Secondary School in Hertford provides a welcoming and supportive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their potential. The school places a strong emphasis on respect, inclusion, and preparing students to thrive in an increasingly global society.

The Modern Foreign Languages department is a collaborative team of passionate linguists who are committed to delivering engaging lessons and achieving excellent outcomes. Staff benefit from ongoing professional development, excellent resources, and a positive working culture.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Spanish at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge and excellent communication skills

• Ability to inspire students of all abilities

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Spanish

• Ability to teach a second Modern Foreign Language

• Experience organising language trips or cultural events

• A proven track record of delivering excellent student outcomes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Spanish Teacher role at an Inclusive Secondary School in Hertford, please submit your CV as soon as possible.