Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages

Heathside School Walton-on-Thames; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding secondary school in Walton-on-Thames is seeking a passionate Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages, preferably with Spanish to KS4 and French to KS3. This full-time position offers opportunities for career growth and a supportive culture. The ideal candidate will deliver high-quality teaching aligned to the curriculum and foster student achievement. The school promotes an aspirational community, nurturing both students and staff. This role is pivotal as the school continues to grow and maintain its high standards of education.

Benefits

High-quality training and mentorship

Clear pathways for progression

Supportive school culture

Qualifications

• Experience teaching a broad range of Modern Foreign Languages.
• Ability to deliver high-quality teaching aligned to the curriculum.
• Commitment to adapting teaching to ensure all students can access learning.

Responsibilities

• Shape and develop the Modern Foreign Languages department.
• Deliver effective lessons to ensure student progress.
• Promote student achievement through assessment and feedback.
• Contribute to the extracurricular programme.

Skills

Teaching Modern Foreign Languages

Lesson Planning

Student Assessment

Classroom Management

Job description

Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages

Starting September 2026

Full Time – Permanent (MPR / UPR (fringe))

Applications welcomed from ECTs and more experienced candidates

Preference: Spanish to KS4 and French to at least KS3, preferably KS4

This is an exciting time to join Heathside Walton-on-Thames, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding secondary school, as we enter our fifth year of growth and success. At Heathside Walton-on-Thames, we believe in nurturing a warm, inclusive, and aspirational community where both students and staff are encouraged to thrive. We are seeking a talented, dynamic, and passionate Teacher of Modern Foreign Languages who shares our commitment to high-quality teaching, collaboration, and personal development, and who is eager to make a meaningful impact across the school.

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and aspirational culture where purposeful learning is second nature. Our classrooms challenge and inspire students, while our staff are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally.

As a valued member of our team, you will have :

• Opportunities to shape and develop your department: Play a key role in guiding the future of Modern Foreign Languages as our school continues to grow.
• Career growth and development: Access high-quality training, mentorship, and clear pathways for progression.
• Impact on the school’s future: Contribute to a forward-thinking school community where your work has a lasting, meaningful effect.

We strongly encourage interested candidates to arrange an informal tour of the school. Seeing our vibrant community and learning spaces first hand is the best way to experience our ethos and values. To arrange a visit, please contact the Head of School, Mr Clark, via email.

The successful candidate will :

• Be confident teaching a broad range of Modern Foreign Languages
• Deliver high-quality teaching that ensures students make excellent progress and are suitably challenged
• Plan effective lessons aligned to the curriculum, allowing students to reach their academic and creative potential
• Actively promote student achievement through regular assessment and feedback
• Adapt teaching and assessment to ensure all students can access learning
• Contribute to our weekly extracurricular programme

We are deeply proud of the welcoming, aspirational culture we have built and the purposeful learning that is second nature in our classrooms. With outstanding staff retention, this role is part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining subject specialism in every class as we grow.

Closing date : Monday 5th January, at midday

Interviews : Week commencing Monday 19th January

Applications will be considered as they are received. We reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online checks and Enhanced DBS disclosure with Children’s Barred List check. Committed to equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.