Teacher of Spanish – Independent Day School – Birmingham
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Job Location:
Birmingham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a talented and enthusiastic Teacher of Spanish to join a highly regarded independent day school in Birmingham. This is a superb role for a languages specialist who enjoys academic rigour and wants to work with motivated pupils in a calm purposeful environment where high standards and intellectual curiosity are valued.
The school has built a strong reputation for academic excellence outstanding pastoral care and a broad co-curricular programme. With smaller class sizes and excellent resources teachers are able to focus on delivering engaging high-quality lessons that support both progress and enjoyment of the subject.
About the Role
As Teacher of Spanish you will teach across KS3KS5 delivering engaging lessons that build fluency accuracy and cultural understanding. You will teach a well-sequenced curriculum that develops:
Confident speaking and listening through structured conversation and pronunciation practice
Strong reading and translation skills using authentic texts and cultural materials
Accurate and expressive writing supported by grammar instruction and modelling
Deep cultural understanding through literature media and real-world case studies
Exam confidence through structured revision and precise feedback
Students study a wide range of topics connected to Spanish-speaking cultures and contemporary global issues helping them develop both linguistic competence and intercultural awareness.
The Languages Department
Modern Foreign Languages is a highly valued area of the curriculum within the school. The department is collaborative and academically ambitious with teachers working closely together to plan lessons share resources and support strong outcomes.
The department values:
A strong culture of speaking and communication in the classroom
High expectations for accuracy and grammatical understanding
Carefully sequenced curriculum planning that builds knowledge over time
Enrichment activities such as language clubs cultural events and trips abroad
Spanish is a popular subject throughout the school particularly at GCSE and A-Level with many pupils continuing language study into higher education.
About the School
This Birmingham independent day school is known for its strong academic standards and supportive learning culture. Pupils are motivated respectful and eager to learn creating an environment where teachers can teach with depth and creativity.
The school places strong emphasis on:
Small class sizes that allow for individualised support
Excellent behaviour and a calm learning atmosphere
A rich co-curricular programme including cultural and international opportunities
Strong pastoral care that ensures pupils feel supported and confident
Staff benefit from a professional collaborative culture and a leadership team that values innovation expertise and ongoing professional development.
Key Information
Location: Birmingham
Start Date: September 2026 (or earlier by agreement)
Contract: Full-time permanent
Salary: Highly competitive dependent on experience
What the School is Looking For
The successful candidate will:
Hold QTS or an equivalent teaching qualification
Have excellent subject knowledge in Spanish
Be confident teaching Spanish across KS3KS5
Deliver engaging lessons that inspire confidence in communication
Maintain high expectations for behaviour and academic achievement
Contribute positively to departmental collaboration and wider school life
Applications are welcomed from both experienced teachers and strong early-career teachers looking to develop in a high-performing independent setting.
Why Join This School
Teach highly motivated pupils in small classes
Strong and collaborative Modern Languages department
Excellent facilities and high-quality teaching resources
Competitive salary and strong professional development opportunities
A welcoming independent school community committed to academic excellence
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Spanish teacher who wants to inspire confident communication and cultural understanding while working in a thriving independent school environment in Birmingham.
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Communication skills
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Preschool Experience
- Teaching
- Training & Development
- Experience with Children
- Writing Skills
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