Spanish Teacher | Catholic Secondary School | Peterborough

Position: Spanish Teacher
Location: Peterborough
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Key Stages: KS3–KS5

Spanish Teacher Role in a Catholic Secondary School

A welcoming Catholic Secondary School in Peterborough is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspiring Spanish Teacher to join its successful Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive school community that values academic achievement, cultural understanding, and developing students’ confidence in language learning.

The school is committed to providing a broad and ambitious curriculum that encourages students to communicate effectively, appreciate different cultures, and develop skills that will benefit them beyond the classroom. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment, excellent resources, and strong leadership support.

About the Role

The successful candidate will teach Spanish across Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, and Key Stage 5, delivering engaging lessons that develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.

Students study a rich curriculum covering Spanish language, literature, culture, and global perspectives. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations while encouraging fluency, confidence, and a genuine enthusiasm for the Spanish-speaking world.

You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through language clubs, cultural events, trips abroad, exchange opportunities, and enrichment activities that bring language learning to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging and challenging language lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations

• Develop students’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills

• Assess progress and provide high-quality feedback

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support language trips, clubs, and cultural enrichment activities

• Encourage confidence and enthusiasm for language learning

The School Environment

This Catholic Secondary School in Peterborough provides a welcoming and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve academically while developing strong values and a respect for different cultures. The school promotes high expectations, positive relationships, and a strong sense of community.

The Modern Foreign Languages department is a supportive team of passionate linguists who are dedicated to inspiring students and achieving excellent outcomes. Staff benefit from excellent teaching resources, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative approach to teaching and learning.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification

• Experience teaching Spanish at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge and excellent communication skills

• Ability to inspire students of all abilities

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Spanish

• Ability to teach another Modern Foreign Language

• Experience organising language trips or cultural activities

• A proven track record of delivering strong student outcomes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Spanish Teacher role at a Catholic Secondary School in Peterborough, please submit your CV as soon as possible.