Spanish Teacher | Independent Day School | Ipswich

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

Spanish Teaching Role in an Independent Day School

An independent day school in Ipswich 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 values academic excellence, cultural awareness, and language learning.

Spanish is a popular subject within the school, with strong uptake at GCSE and A-Level. Students are encouraged to develop confidence in communication and a wider understanding of Spanish-speaking cultures.

About the Role

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

Students will build vocabulary, improve grammatical accuracy, and strengthen their confidence in written and spoken communication through engaging and structured lessons.

You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations, supporting them in developing fluency, analytical skills, and exam technique.

You will work collaboratively within the Languages department to maintain high standards of teaching and assessment.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging lessons focused on communication and language development

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations

• Assess student work and provide detailed feedback

• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records

• Contribute to departmental planning and curriculum development

• Support language enrichment and cultural activities

• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in lessons

The School Environment

This independent day school in Ipswich provides a structured and academically focused environment with smaller class sizes and high expectations for student achievement.

The Modern Foreign Languages department works collaboratively to deliver an engaging curriculum that supports confidence, independence, and cultural understanding.

Leadership supports professional development and values subject expertise and enrichment opportunities across the school.

Candidate Requirements

The school is seeking a teacher who can deliver high-quality Spanish lessons and support student progress across multiple key stages.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Spanish at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 effectively

• Strong subject knowledge in Spanish

• Strong classroom management skills

• Good organisational and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Spanish

• Experience preparing students for GCSE and A-Level examinations

• Ability to teach an additional language

How to Apply

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