Teacher of Spanish – Secondary School – York

A well-regarded 1118 secondary school in York is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Spanish to join its established Modern Foreign Languages department. The school serves a mixed and academically ambitious intake from across the city and surrounding villages and has built a strong local reputation for consistent GCSE outcomes calm behaviour and a structured supportive leadership culture.

Spanish is a popular option at GCSE with healthy uptake and strong outcomes year on year. The department has worked hard to build a coherent knowledge-rich curriculum that develops grammatical confidence cultural understanding and authentic communication from Year 7 onwards.

The Role

You will teach Spanish across Key Stages 3 and 4 with the opportunity to contribute to A-Level teaching depending on experience. Lessons are well-sequenced and built around clear routines retrieval practice and high participation. The department values clarity modelling and structured speaking practice to ensure pupils develop real fluency and confidence.

You will:

Plan and deliver engaging Spanish lessons aligned to a shared department scheme
Prepare pupils effectively for GCSE examinations
Contribute to curriculum refinement and resource development
Support enrichment such as language clubs or cultural events
Maintain high expectations of behaviour and presentation

This role would suit a teacher who values strong routines consistency and collaborative planning.

The MFL Department

The Languages team is stable supportive and forward-thinking. French and Spanish are both offered and there is a shared approach to curriculum design and assessment. Teachers meet regularly to review outcomes moderate work and refine teaching strategies.

Facilities include:

Dedicated MFL classrooms clustered within one corridor
Interactive panels in each room
Shared centralised resources and assessment banks
Established links with local sixth form providers

The department promotes cultural enrichment through themed language weeks international celebrations and local partnerships.

The School

This York secondary is known for its orderly environment and respectful pupils. Behaviour systems are clear and consistently applied allowing teachers to focus on teaching rather than classroom management.

The school building has benefited from phased refurbishment with modernised teaching spaces a central library and improved communal areas. Leadership is visible and pragmatic with a strong emphasis on reducing unnecessary workload and ensuring teachers have time to focus on planning and feedback.

Staff retention is strong and professional development is structured and meaningful.

Who Were Looking For

The successful candidate will:

Hold QTS (or equivalent) in Spanish
Have experience teaching Spanish at KS3 and KS4
Demonstrate strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm
Deliver well-structured engaging lessons
Contribute positively to a collaborative department

Applications from both experienced teachers and strong early career teachers are welcomed.

Whats On Offer

Competitive salary aligned to experience
Supportive and established MFL team
Clear behaviour systems and calm learning environment
Access to high-quality CPD
A respected York secondary with strong community ties

This is an excellent opportunity for a Spanish specialist looking to join a structured high-performing school where languages are valued and supported.