Head of Spanish

Summary:

Head of Spanish job opportunity with a focus on strategic leadership and curriculum development.

About the School:

A school committed to excellence, inclusivity, and student success, with a clear focus on high standards and a culture that prioritizes learning and achievement.

The Opportunity:

As Head of Spanish, you will lead and inspire a team to deliver an outstanding curriculum that drives student achievement and fosters a love of language learning from KS3 to KS5. This role offers the chance to shape educational excellence and make a lasting impact on students and colleagues alike.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Spanish department across KS3–KS5.
• Design and deliver a high-quality Spanish curriculum that meets the needs of all students.
• Raise standards of attainment and progress through effective teaching, assessment, and intervention strategies.
• Use assessment data to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement within the department.
• Promote literacy, reading, and oracy through the Spanish curriculum and wider school initiatives.
• Provide enrichment opportunities for students to engage with Spanish outside of the classroom.
• Inspire and motivate colleagues, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Lead by example, demonstrating a commitment to raising standards and student success.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a good honours degree in Spanish or a related subject.
• Proven experience in teaching Spanish at KS3 and KS5 levels.
• Experience in leading a department or team, with a track record of driving improvement and raising standards.
• Strong subject knowledge and evidence of excellent student outcomes.
• Ability to inspire and motivate colleagues and students.

Preferred

• Experience with curriculum design and innovation in language teaching.
• Experience in leading professional development for teachers.
• Experience with assessment and data-driven decision making.
• Experience in promoting literacy and oracy through the curriculum.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• Support for continued professional growth and career advancement.