Head Of Spanish

Reeson Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Head of Spanish to lead the MFL department. The role involves ensuring high teaching standards, developing a curriculum vision, and empowering staff through professional development. The ideal candidate will have strong MFL skills and a commitment to student performance. The position offers a competitive salary range and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Supportive resources

Qualifications

• Ability to teach Spanish to GCSE and A Level is essential.
• Evidence of ambition and commitment to continuing professional development.
• Innovative approach to teaching languages rooted in research.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of teaching and learning for all students.
• Develop a curriculum vision and plan.
• Create Schemes of Learning to enable lifelong learning.
• Monitor and evaluate quality of learning and maintain student behavior.
• Line-manage staff and provide professional development.

Skills

Outstanding teaching and interpersonal skills

Strong MFL background

Innovative teaching approach

Ability to teach Spanish to GCSE and A Level

Commitment to professional development

Job description

Head of Spanish

£36,767 - £53,995 plus TLR and generous benefits package

Outstanding Secondary School in Hillingdon

Position opening: January 2026

Overview

The MFL department provides a dynamic, innovative and supportive environment where engaging and varied lessons enable students to realise their potential. Students use language with confidence and enjoy learning about other cultures. There are currently five full‑time members, one part‑time member, and many staff also teach in other subject areas or hold senior leadership positions within the school.

Students study Spanish and French in Years 7‑9. From Year 10 onward, 75% of each cohort studies a language to GCSE, with most continuing Spanish and French. Good numbers opt to pursue French and Spanish at A‑level, reflecting the talent exhibited within the school around learning languages.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure high standards of teaching and learning for all students throughout the department.
• Develop a curriculum vision and plan.
• Create Schemes of Learning to enable all students to become effective lifelong learners.
• Produce a strategic three‑year plan to deliver the faculty vision, supported by an annual action plan.
• Complete an annual self‑review of the department in support of the Faculty SEF, analysing student academic performance and using conclusions to modify the strategic plan.
• Contribute to discussions on course selection and implementation.
• Collaborate effectively with partner primary schools to ensure a smooth transition for new students.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of learning – planning, lesson delivery, teacher feedback, assessment, differentiation and classroom management.
• Communicate a clear department vision encouraging ownership, team spirit and commitment among faculty members.
• Line‑manage and provide professional development for staff to help them perform at their best.
• Meet regularly with the line manager and keep them informed of departmental developments.
• Provide active care for student well‑being.
• Contribute to assemblies in a way that supports the Academy ethos.
• Maintain the highest standards of student behaviour enabling effective learning.
• Ensure productive communication with parents, keeping them well informed about progress, achievements and any incidents of poor behaviour.
• Devise and implement departmental student assessment systems to identify and act on under‑achievement early.
• Coordinate effective intervention strategies that support students in meeting expected progress.
• Identify excellent practice within the department and coordinate its sharing through a planned timetable of observations, collaborative planning and team teaching.

Qualifications

• Outstanding teaching and interpersonal skills
• Strong MFL background with ability to teach Spanish to GCSE and A Level essential
• Evidence of ambition and a commitment to continuing professional development
• Innovative approach to teaching languages, rooted in the latest research
• Desire to maximise all students’ performance and ensure the very best progress

Benefits

£36,767 – £53,995 plus TLR, generous benefits package and other supportive resources.

Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.