Teacher of Modern Languages (Spanish Specialism)

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); Northampton; On-site; GBP 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational trust is seeking a qualified, inspirational teacher of Modern Languages to join the team. The successful applicant will teach Spanish to A Level and ideally French to KS3, with the potential to teach German. The role involves contributing to exciting MFL teaching initiatives and supporting the extracurricular life of the school. Benefits include competitive terms, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme

Access to professional development opportunities

Free life assurance benefit

Discounts on fees for GDST schools

Free lunches during term time

Wellbeing activities for staff

Interest-free loans for training and travel

Qualifications

• A well-qualified graduate with a passion for teaching and excellent subject knowledge.
• Strong understanding of the curriculum and commitment to professional development.
• Ability to develop engaging schemes of work and support extracurricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish to A Level, ideally French to KS3, and assist with university preparation.
• Develop exciting ideas for promoting Modern Languages across the school.
• Support vibrant extracurricular activities and assist with trips and visits.

Skills

Modern Languages

Inspiring teaching

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified graduate

Job description

Overview

Employer: Northampton High School – GDST
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Contract Type: Fixed term contract (part‑time)
Salary: GDST Regional Grade PL1 FPP SP7 £37,617 – PL2 FPP (81.25% FTE, over 5 days)

The Post

The vacancy offers the opportunity for a well‑qualified, inspirational teacher of Modern Languages to teach Spanish to A Level, and ideally French to KS3. The ability to teach German would also be of interest. Languages taught at the school from KS3 to A Level include French (from KS1), German, Latin and Spanish (from KS3), with Classical Civilisation available at KS5. The ability to teach Latin may also be beneficial.

Person Specification

We are looking for a well‑qualified graduate with a passion for teaching and excellent subject knowledge of Modern Languages. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the curriculum, a commitment to continuing professional development, be efficient and organised, and be an excellent communicator who can enthuse and inspire both pupils and colleagues. The candidate will contribute exciting ideas about MFL teaching and ways in which languages can be further developed and encouraged across the whole school and within the GDST. They will help develop engaging schemes of work, support the programme of trips and visits, assist with university preparation, and be committed to supporting the vibrant extracurricular life of the school.

Applications

Applications should be submitted by Friday 30th January 2026 at midday at the latest; however, applications may be considered in advance of the deadline. Interviews will be held week commencing 9th February 2026.

Benefits

• Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
• Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top‑up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
• 36‑week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2‑week half term in the Autumn
• Normal teaching hours between 08:20 and 15:35 (depending on timetable for part‑time staff)
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24‑hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
• In‑school staff wellbeing activities such as yoga, fitness classes, wellbeing walks
• Interest‑free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket loans
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• Good transport links and free parking

Safeguarding Statement

The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.