Head of Spanish

Department for Education; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Solihull is seeking an experienced Head of Department for Spanish. This permanent, full-time position starting in January 2026 requires leading the academic department, maintaining standards, and contributing to co-curricular activities. The successful candidate will have line management responsibilities and must be well-qualified with a passion for education. Attractive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Excellent working conditions

Qualifications

• Well-qualified and experienced in teaching Spanish at a secondary level.
• Ability to work collaboratively with academic leadership.
• Experience in line management and departmental oversight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, develop and lead the Spanish department.
• Maintain high academic standards and drive improvement.
• Contribute positively to co-curricular activities.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Relevant degree in Spanish

Job description

11 Days Remaining

11 Days Remaining

Job Reference # EDV/2025/SS/39107

Location Warwick Road, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 3DJ

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Full-Time

Closing Date 12:00pm, 14th Jan 2026

Start Date September 2026

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s) w/c 19th January 2026

About this Role

A selective co‑educational HMC day school with over 1500 pupils.

Head of Department (Spanish)

Permanent, full-time, role to commence January 2026 or Summer Term 2026.

We are seeking to recruit a well‑qualified, enthusiastic and experienced Head of Spanish to oversee, develop and lead on all matters relating to this academic department. They will maintain high standards and have the drive for continuous improvement. The successful candidate will have line management responsibility for teaching staff within their team and be able to work collaboratively with the Head of MFL, other Heads of Department and the academic leadership team.

The successful applicant will also be expected to make a positive contribution to the co‑curricular life of the school.

We offer excellent working conditions together with an attractive salary and benefits package.

Further details and information about the school are available from our website. The closing date for the return of completed applications is midday, Wednesday 14th January 2026.

Related Documents

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Contact Details

Hayley Miles

0121 705 0958

[e-mail]

Solihull School

Open Data obtained from: Department for Education

Warwick Road, Solihull

West Midlands

B91 3DJ

01217050958

[e-mail]

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We are seeking to recruit a well‑qualified, enthusiastic and experienced Head of Spanish to oversee, develop and lead on all matters relating to this academic department. They will maintain high standards and have the drive for continuous improvement. The successful candidate will have line management responsibility for teaching staff within their team and be able to work collaboratively with the Head of MFL, other Heads of Department and the academic leadership team.

A selective co‑educational HMC day school with over 1500 pupils.

Head of Department (Spanish)

We offer excellent working conditions together with an attractive salary and benefits package.