Location: Coventry
Salary: £145 - £240 (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Start Date: September 2026 - New School Year
Job Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Spanish Teacher to join a thriving secondary school in Coventry for a September start. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to teach Key Stage 5 depending on experience.
The Spanish Teacher will inspire a love of languages and cultures, supporting students to develop confident communication skills and a strong understanding of the Spanish language. The role requires a committed and reflective practitioner who contributes positively to the wider life of the school and to the continued development of the Modern Foreign Languages curriculum.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging and effective Spanish lessons in line with the national curriculum.
Teach listening, speaking, reading and writing skills across a range of abilities.
Prepare students for internal assessments and external examinations.
Monitor, assess and track pupil progress and provide clear, constructive feedback.
Use a variety of teaching approaches to meet the needs of all learners.
Contribute to the development and review of the Spanish and wider MFL curriculum.
Create a positive, inclusive and well-managed classroom environment.
Maintain high expectations for behaviour, effort and achievement.
Support enrichment activities, trips and cultural opportunities linked to language learning.
Work collaboratively with colleagues within the MFL department and across the school.
Take part in staff meetings, training and professional development activities.
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
A relevant degree in Spanish or a related language discipline.
Experience of teaching Spanish at secondary level.
Strong subject knowledge and an enthusiasm for languages and international culture.
The ability to deliver engaging, well-structured and differentiated lessons.
A commitment to inclusive practice and supporting the progress of all learners.
Excellent classroom management and communication skills.
A positive, flexible and professional approach to teaching and learning.
Experience of teaching GCSE and/or A level Spanish is desirable.
What's on Offer
A supportive and well-resourced secondary school environment.
A collaborative and welcoming MFL department.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
A competitive salary in line with national pay scales.
About Clarence Recruitment
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Clarence Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will need an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026
Salary description
£145.00 - £240.00 per day