Teacher of Spanish

Haberdashers' Boys' School; Elstree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Elstree is seeking a well-qualified Teacher of Spanish to join its successful Modern Languages department from August 2026. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of the Spanish language, a commitment to high-quality teaching, and the ability to teach up to A Level. The role encourages professional development and offers a supportive environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, private pension scheme, and access to sports facilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Pension Scheme

Life insurance cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development training

Free lunch and refreshments

Onsite parking

Access to sports facilities

Wellbeing initiatives

Online GP service

Staff benefits platform

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified to teach Spanish to A Level.
• Commitment to school values and co-curricular activities.
• Willingness to teach French or German to GCSE or A Level (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, challenging lessons in Spanish.
• Contribute positively to department life.
• Participate in the broader life of the school.

Skills

Passion for Spanish language and culture

Ability to teach Spanish to A Level

Commitment to inclusive lessons

Relationship building with students

Job description

Habs has been awarded Independent School of the Year 2025, with Haberdashers' Elstree Schools receiving both the award for Outstanding Educational Partnerships and the overall top accolade of Independent School of the Year 2025. This national recognition reflects our long‑term commitment to social impact and the deep, sustained collaborations we continue to build with our state sector partners.

We are seeking a well‑qualified and inspiring Teacher of Spanish to join our vibrant and highly successful Modern Languages department from August 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate linguist who is committed to high‑quality teaching and who wants to contribute to an ambitious, forward‑thinking department in one of the country’s leading independent schools. Our students are curious, motivated and receptive to teachers who bring energy, subject expertise and creativity into the classroom. Whether you are an established teacher or at an earlier stage of your career, you will find a collaborative team and a school that invests meaningfully in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Has excellent subject knowledge and a genuine passion for Spanish language and culture.
• Is committed to delivering engaging, challenging and inclusive lessons.
• Builds strong relationships with students and contributes positively to department life.
• Is keen to participate in the broader life of this energetic and busy school.

Essential Requirements

• Ability to teach Spanish to A Level.
• Commitment to supporting the school’s values and contributing to its wider co‑curricular programme.

Desirable

• Ability to teach French or German to GCSE or A Level.

Haberdashers' Boys' School is part of the Haberdashers' Elstree Schools – two leading independent day schools on a 100‑acre site in Elstree, Hertfordshire. Our mission is to empower young people to make a profound and positive impact on the world. Staff at Habs benefit from a warm and collegial environment, excellent facilities, extensive training opportunities, and a genuine commitment to wellbeing and professional growth.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary, commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
• Private Pension Scheme through Aegon with generous employer contributions.
• Additional life insurance cover.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing confidential support and advice.
• Extensive professional development training opportunities.
• Free lunch and refreshments.
• Free onsite parking and access to travel on the school’s extensive coach network.
• Free access to state‑of‑the‑art sports facilities including the gym, swimming pool, and fitness classes.
• Wellbeing initiatives and programmes, such as yoga, mindfulness sessions, and health checks.
• Access to an online GP service, providing quick and convenient healthcare advice.
• Access to Vivup, the staff benefits platform, featuring discounts, financial advice, and wellbeing resources.
• Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme and other green travel incentives including Octopus Electric Vehicles.

Haberdashers' Elstree Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.