Position: Spanish Teacher
Location: Birmingham
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5
Spanish Teacher Role in a Multicultural Secondary School
A thriving and inclusive Multicultural Secondary School in Birmingham is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Spanish Teacher to join its successful Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a school where diversity is celebrated, high expectations are embedded across the curriculum, and students are encouraged to become confident global citizens.
The school prides itself on its welcoming community, ambitious curriculum, and commitment to broadening students' cultural awareness. Modern Foreign Languages are highly valued, with students encouraged to develop strong communication skills, curiosity about different cultures, and the confidence to engage with the wider world.
About the Role
The successful candidate will teach Spanish across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging and challenging lessons that inspire a love of languages and support excellent academic progress.
Students develop their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through a broad curriculum that explores grammar, literature, and the culture and traditions of Spanish-speaking countries. You will prepare learners for GCSE and A-Level examinations while encouraging them to become confident communicators with an appreciation of international perspectives.
You will also contribute to the wider life of the department by supporting language clubs, cultural celebrations, educational visits, and exchange opportunities 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 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, trips, and cultural events
Foster confidence, curiosity, and enthusiasm for language learning
The School Environment
This Multicultural Secondary School is known for its inclusive ethos, vibrant learning community, and strong commitment to ensuring every student feels valued and supported. Students come from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, creating a rich and dynamic environment where diversity enhances learning and broadens perspectives.
The Modern Foreign Languages department is collaborative, innovative, and well resourced, with a strong focus on high-quality teaching and continuous improvement. Staff benefit from excellent professional development, supportive leadership, and opportunities to contribute to whole-school initiatives that celebrate languages and 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 of the Spanish language and culture
Excellent classroom management and communication skills
Desirable
Experience teaching A-Level Spanish
Ability to teach a second language such as French
Experience organising language enrichment activities or international visits
A proven track record of securing excellent student outcomes
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Spanish Teacher role at a Multicultural Secondary School in Birmingham, please submit your CV as soon as possible.
