Spanish Teacher | Independent Secondary School | Brighton

Position: Spanish Teacher
Location: Brighton
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3KS5

Languages Teaching Role in an Independent School Setting

An independent secondary school in Brighton is seeking to appoint a Spanish Teacher to join its Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is a full-time role within a school that places strong emphasis on academic achievement and language development.

Spanish is a valued subject within the school with students encouraged to develop fluency cultural awareness and confidence in communication. The department supports a structured curriculum that allows students to progress steadily across all key stages.

About the Role

You will teach Spanish across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 supporting students in developing strong language skills across speaking listening reading and writing. Lessons will focus on grammar accuracy vocabulary development and confident spoken communication.

You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations supporting them in developing fluency and exam technique. The role involves working closely with colleagues to maintain consistent delivery of the Modern Foreign Languages curriculum.

You will also support students in building cultural awareness through language study and structured classroom activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish across KS3 KS4 and KS5

• Deliver structured lessons covering grammar vocabulary and conversation

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations

• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to departmental planning and curriculum delivery

• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons

• Support language-based enrichment opportunities

The School Environment

This independent secondary school in Brighton provides a structured and academically focused learning environment. Class sizes are typically smaller than average allowing teachers to provide targeted support to individual students.

The Modern Foreign Languages department works collaboratively to deliver consistent teaching and maintain strong outcomes across year groups. Students demonstrate good engagement and respond well to clear expectations.

Leadership supports staff development and values subject expertise within departments.

Candidate Requirements

The school is seeking a teacher with strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging Spanish lessons across multiple key stages.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Spanish at secondary level

• Ability to teach Spanish across KS3 and KS4

• Strong classroom management skills

• Good organisational and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Spanish

• Ability to teach an additional language

• Experience supporting GCSE and A-Level examination preparation

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Spanish Teacher role in Brighton starting in September please submit your CV. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss the next stages of the recruitment process.