Spanish Teacher | Specialist Languages College | Luton

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

Spanish Teacher Role in a Specialist Languages College

A successful Specialist Languages College in Luton is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Spanish Teacher to join its thriving Modern Foreign Languages department from September. This is an exciting opportunity to teach within a school that places languages and international understanding at the heart of its curriculum, inspiring students to become confident communicators and globally aware citizens.

The school is recognised for its commitment to language learning, cultural enrichment, and academic excellence. Students are encouraged to develop fluency, curiosity, and an appreciation of different cultures through an ambitious and engaging curriculum. Staff benefit from a collaborative department, excellent professional development, and leadership that actively supports innovation and career progression.

About the Role

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

Students study a broad curriculum covering grammar, translation, authentic texts, literature, and the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. You will prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations while encouraging confident communication, independent learning, and cultural appreciation.

You will also contribute to the wider life of the department through language clubs, international projects, educational visits, exchange opportunities, and enrichment activities that foster a lifelong enthusiasm for modern foreign languages.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Spanish across KS3, KS4, and KS5

• Deliver engaging, challenging, and well-structured lessons

• Prepare students for GCSE and A-Level Spanish examinations

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

• Assess progress and provide high-quality, constructive feedback

• Contribute to curriculum planning and departmental development

• Support language enrichment activities, cultural events, and educational visits

• Foster confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong appreciation of languages

The School Environment

This Specialist Languages College is known for its inclusive ethos, ambitious curriculum, and strong international outlook. Students are respectful, motivated, and eager to develop their language skills, creating a positive and purposeful learning environment.

The Modern Foreign Languages department is a highly collaborative team with experienced specialists committed to delivering excellent outcomes. Staff benefit from modern teaching resources, excellent professional development, supportive leadership, and opportunities to contribute to an innovative languages curriculum.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Experience teaching Spanish at secondary level

• Ability to teach KS3 and KS4 confidently

• Strong subject knowledge of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience teaching A-Level Spanish

• Ability to teach a second language such as French

• Experience organising language enrichment activities or international exchanges

• A proven track record of delivering excellent student outcomes

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Spanish Teacher role at a Specialist Languages College in Luton, please submit your CV as soon as possible