At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach Spanish to enthusiastic students and inspire a love for languages.
- Company: Thriving independent school in Cambridge with a strong community spirit.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent resources, and a focus on staff wellbeing.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and involvement in school activities.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact on students' language skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for Spanish and commitment to inspiring young learners.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Nature: Full-time / Permanent
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: Competitive
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Spanish Teacher (ECT) to join a thriving independent school in Cambridge this September. This is a school where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. There is a strong sense of community, excellent behaviour, and a shared commitment to helping every pupil achieve their potential. Staff are supported, trusted, and encouraged to develop their teaching practice within a positive and collaborative environment.
The Modern Foreign Languages department is well-resourced, ambitious, and passionate about inspiring students to develop a love of languages and cultures. Whether you are an ECT beginning your teaching career or an experienced teacher, you will be joining a team that values engaging lessons, strong relationships, and a genuine enthusiasm for developing students’ confidence in communication.
The role will involve:
- Teaching Spanish across Key Stages 3 and 4 (with opportunities to contribute at Key Stage 5 where appropriate)
- Planning and delivering engaging lessons that develop students’ listening, speaking, reading and writing skills
- Inspiring students through Spanish language, culture, and real-world contexts
- Supporting students to achieve excellent academic outcomes through effective teaching, assessment and feedback
- Developing students’ confidence in grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and independent language learning
- Contributing to a supportive and collaborative Modern Foreign Languages department
- Taking part in the wider life of the school, including trips, cultural activities, enrichment and co-curricular opportunities
We are looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about Spanish and enjoys inspiring young people through language learning
- Builds positive relationships with students and colleagues
- Has high expectations and a calm, consistent classroom presence
- Is committed to developing as a teacher and embracing professional development
- Is keen to contribute to a welcoming and inclusive school community beyond the classroom
In return, the school offers a supportive and ambitious environment, motivated pupils, excellent resources, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing and career development.
How to Apply
If you are interested, please submit your CV below. If you are looking for a school in Cambridge where you can begin your teaching career, focus on delivering high-quality Spanish lessons, and become part of a supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
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