Spanish Teacher | Rochdale
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Job Summary
The Opportunity
Are you a linguist with the energy to bring the Hispanic world to life a passion for phonetics and the belief that every student in Rochdale deserves a global perspective
We are seeking an enthusiastic and articulate Spanish Teacher to join a collaborative MFL (Modern Foreign Languages) department in Rochdale. Nestled at the foothills of the South Pennines with a rich textile heritage and a diverse multicultural population this school is looking for a specialist who can inspire students to look beyond their horizonfrom the vibrant streets of Madrid to the diverse landscapes of Latin America.
Core Responsibilities
Pedagogical Excellence: Planning and delivering high-energy communicative lessons across KS3 & KS4 with potential opportunities to lead A-Level Spanish groups.
Target Language Mastery: Creating an immersive environment by using Spanish as the primary medium of instruction encouraging students to build spontaneous speaking confidence from Year 7 onwards.
Cultural Enrichment: Integrating authentic Hispanic cultureincluding film music literature and gastronomyinto the curriculum to foster a genuine curiosity and global citizenship.
Linguistic Scaffolding: Implementing evidence-based methodologies (such as EPI or Sentence Builders) to ensure students master complex Spanish grammar and the rolling R of Castilian and Latin American phonics.
Exam Mastery: Guiding GCSE cohorts through the AQA or Pearson Edexcel specifications utilising rigorous listening reading and translation practice to secure outstanding results.
International Links: Supporting extracurricular initiatives such as Spanish film clubs tapas workshops and potential international trips or virtual exchanges.
Why This School
Rochdales Community Spirit: Work in a town known for its pioneering history and strong community bonds where the school serves as a hub for aspiration and social mobility.
Collaborative MFL Faculty: Join a supportive team that values shared planning and the exchange of creative resources to manage workload effectively.
Modern Language Facilities: Benefit from dedicated MFL classrooms equipped with the latest interactive technology and digital language-learning platforms (e.g. Sentence Builders Languagenut or This is Language).
Professional Growth: Access to specialist CPD in Second Language Acquisition external examiner training and clear pathways to Head of MFL or Leading Practitioner roles.
Candidate Profile
Qualification: QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a strong honours degree in Spanish or a related Modern Languages discipline.
Subject Knowledge: Near-native fluency in Spanish and a deep understanding of the pedagogical tools required to make a foreign language accessible to all learners.
Pedagogy: A proven track record of facilitating strong student progress and a commitment to inclusive high-challenge teaching.
Character: A resilient creative and charismatic educator who can build rapport with students and champion the importance of languages in a post-Brexit economy.
How to Apply
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