Teacherof Spanish (maternity cover)

The Tiffin Girls' School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious girls' school in Greater London is seeking a temporary Teacher of Spanish for maternity cover starting ideally in February 2026. Candidates must be confident in teaching Spanish to high achieving students and engaging with a vibrant departmental culture. The role offers a supportive professional environment, opportunities for development, and a well-resourced curriculum. Applications close on December 8, 2025, at 9 am.

Benefits

Two-week October half term

Caring work environment

Collaborative staff community

Access to online teaching resources

Supportive CPD program

Qualifications

• Confident in teaching Spanish to high achieving students.
• Excellent classroom practitioner with effective communication skills.
• Willing to engage with professional development and research.

Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish in a thriving department focused on high results.
• Extend and enrich students' experiences beyond the curriculum.
• Support students in their learning journey effectively.

Skills

Teaching Spanish to Key Stage 4

Classroom management

Communication with staff, students, and parents

Using diverse teaching strategies

Passion for professional development

Job description

TEACHER OF SPANISH (MATERNITY COVER) MPS/UPR (Outer London) Start date: ideally from February 2026, possibly Easter 2026. Join our thriving Spanish department as a temporary Teacher of Spanish. We are looking for a knowledgeable professional who would relish the opportunity to inspire our highly motivated, engaged and hardworking student body. The school greatly values the unique contribution that languages bring to our curriculum and to developing students' cultural literacy and helping them flourish as global citizens. Spanish is a popular subject choice at GCSE and A Level, with a number of students pursuing dual language GCSEs. Reflecting this engagement, our Spanish department supported the achievement of an extraordinary set of results in the summer with 85% of GCSE grades at 9‑8, and 100% A‑A at A level. The department is ably supported by a specialist Foreign Language Assistant. The Tiffin Girls' School is ideally situated just fifteen minutes' walk from Kingston upon Thames town centre and mainline station (Zone 6).

Candidates suitable for the role will

• Be confident in teaching Spanish to Key Stage 4 students. New teachers will be supported in developing the knowledge and skills necessary for teaching to A level over a period of time.
• Be confident in teaching to high achieving students.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner.
• Be willing to use a range of strategies to teach across the ability range.
• Be passionate about personal and professional development and demonstrate a willingness to engage with the findings of evidence‑based research through our whole school CPD programme.
• Help extend and enrich students' school experiences beyond the curriculum.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and parents.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join a highly successful and collaborative Spanish department with a range of expertise.
• A well‑established curriculum with high‑quality lesson resources available for all key stages.
• A stimulating and creative environment in a school where extra‑curricular activities flourish.
• A diverse workplace, with an engaged student and staff community who are currently collaborating on a review of the school's approach to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• A two‑week October half term.
• A caring environment where the work‑life balance of teachers is proactively supported by the governors and senior leadership team.
• A wide range of online paid resources to support teaching and learning.
• Numerous other benefits (please see our attached information pack).

Application and Contact

For further information about our school please see our website. Please apply using the downloadable application form on this page or available on our website, or contact the school office. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. Closing date: Monday 8 December at 9 am. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 8 December 2025.

Safeguarding and Employment Checks

The Tiffin Girls' School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share and support this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to both a full employment history and child protection check, and will also be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.