2nd in MFL (Spanish)

Nicholas Chamberlaine School; Brighton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Chamberlaine School in the United Kingdom is recruiting an ambitious Spanish teacher to join the Modern Foreign Languages department. The post focuses on developing Spanish provision, strengthening teaching and learning, and improving student outcomes.

Working with the Head of MFL, you will lead curriculum development across KS3 and KS4, support colleagues, and contribute to broader enrichment activities while helping to implement the department improvement plan.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Spanish across KS3/KS4 with progression planning.
• Ability to implement departmental improvements and support colleagues.
• Commitment to high expectations and inclusive language learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the Spanish curriculum and assessment approaches.
• Support Head of MFL in department improvement planning.
• Contribute to enrichment activities and cross-school initiatives.
• Analyse student performance and plan targeted interventions.
• Deputise for Head of MFL when required.

Skills

Spanish teaching

Curriculum planning

Assessment

Education

QTS / teaching qualification

Job description

We are a friendly, supportive and committed department that currently has six members of staff and is housed in a dedicated suite of rooms. The leadership structure includes an MFL Subject Leader with TLR 3 roles available for projects linked to the school or department development planning.

The Modern Foreign Languages department at Nicholas Chamberlaine School is a committed and supportive team with a shared ambition to develop confident, enthusiastic and successful language learners.

French and Spanish are taught across Key Stages 3 and 4, with a strong emphasis on developing students' communication skills, cultural understanding and confidence in using another language.

We are committed to developing an ambitious and engaging curriculum that builds knowledge progressively and enables students of all abilities to achieve well. Our approach places importance on effective teaching, regular assessment and adapting learning to meet the needs of all students.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic teacher of Spanish to take the next step in their career. Working closely with the Head of MFL, the successful candidate will play an important role in developing Spanish provision, strengthening teaching and learning and securing improved outcomes for students.

The department benefits from dedicated teaching spaces, established resources and opportunities to contribute to wider enrichment activities, supporting our commitment to Proud Traditions, Wide Horizons and High Achievement.

Additional Responsibilities – 2nd in MFL (Spanish)

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Head of MFL in implementing the departmental improvement plan and contributing to whole-school priorities.
• Taking a leading role in developing and reviewing the Spanish curriculum across KS3 and KS4, ensuring appropriate progression in knowledge and skills.
• Supporting the development of high-quality teaching and learning, including sharing effective practice and supporting colleagues.
• Working with the Head of MFL to develop consistent and effective approaches to assessment, moderation and feedback.
• Analysing student performance information to identify gaps in learning, plan appropriate intervention and improve outcomes.
• Supporting the monitoring and evaluation of teaching, learning and student progress within the department.
• Promoting high expectations, positive attitudes towards language learning and an inclusive classroom environment.
• Contributing to the development of enrichment opportunities that broaden students' cultural understanding and experiences.
• Supporting the Head of MFL with the day-to-day organisation and effective running of the department.
• Deputising for the Head of MFL when required.

References will be sought for shortlisted candidates prior to interview, in accordance with our safer recruitment procedures. As part of our safeguarding responsibilities, online searches may be carried out on shortlisted candidates

Deadline for applications no later than Friday 20 November 2026 by 9.00am

Interviews will take place on receipt of successful applications. Therefore, we reserve the right to withdraw the advert before the deadline.