Teacher of Spanish

Camdengirls; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London comprehensive school seeks a qualified Teacher of Spanish for a full-time temporary maternity cover starting September 2025. The successful candidate will join a high-performing Modern Foreign Languages department that values language learning and cultural enrichment. The role includes teaching Spanish to A Level and being part of a supportive school community known for its excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Well-qualified Teacher of Spanish up to A Level.
• Experience with modern foreign languages teaching.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish up to A Level for GCSE and A Level students.
• Promote the value of spoken language through cultural activities.
• Engage students with varied clubs and language trips.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Communication

Language teaching

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

A Level Spanish

Job description

MPS/UPS - Full Time temporary maternity cover from September 2025

Required for September 2025 a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Spanish up to A Level to join our outstandingly successful Modern Foreign Languages department. Language learning is highly prized by the school, with almost all girls taking either French or Spanish through to GCSE and offering French and Spanish at A level. Exam outcomes are outstanding. The department promotes the value of the spoken language and runs a range of clubs and cultural activities for students. The department is well-supported each year by a language assistant, and offers trips to enhance students’ experience of language learning. The school is fortunate to have a well-stocked library and a full-time librarian. A TLR allowance of 2A is available for a suitably qualified candidate; however, candidates who are not able to offer this level of experience are also welcome to apply.

Camden School for Girls is a highly successful and oversubscribed inner London comprehensive secondary school with a rich historical heritage. The school was founded in 1871 by Frances Mary Buss, a pioneer for women’s education and the school has a long-standing history of ambition and excellence for all pupils regardless of background. We have a warm, welcoming and supportive ethos and aspire to excellence in all areas of the school provision. We have a strong sense of community and we foster an environment where everyone feels valued. We have been identified five times by government ministers as one of the top 100 schools in the country

Application forms and details about the school and department are available on our website.

Completed application forms to be returned to the Headteacher’s office.

Closing date for applications is Friday 6th June

Interviews TBC

Camden School for Girls is committed to safeguarding students. Appointed staff require an Enhanced Disclosure through the DBS.

We reserve the right to interview any suitable candidates ahead of the closing date.

The Camden School for Girls is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.