Head of Spanish

HEAD OF SPANISH

Salary:MPS/USP + a '£3500 additional responsibility allowance'

Contract: Full time, permanent

I am working with a partner school in Warrington who are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Spanish to lead the Spanish department and shape the future of Spanish language education at the institution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the Spanish department
• Develop and oversee the Spanish curriculum across all levels
• Manage and mentor a team of Spanish language teachers
• Monitor and maintain high academic standards and student achievement
• Create innovative teaching resources and assessment materials
• Build cross-curricular links with other departments
• Organize cultural events and international exchanges
• Contribute to the school's broader modern languages strategy

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Native or near-native Spanish proficiency
• Qualified Teacher Status with relevant teaching qualifications
• Proven track record of successful Spanish teaching at various levels
• Minimum 5 years teaching experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Strong people management and interpersonal skills
• Experience in curriculum development and assessment
• Passion for Spanish language
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

We Offer:

• A trust which prioritises the well-being of its staff
• Flexible Working opportunities
• Highly competitive salaries
• Access to the Teacher Pension Scheme and Local Government schemes
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days for support staff
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme which provides access to tools to help manage well-being along with services such as counselling and access to a child and dependant care helpline
• Good occupational sickness and maternity/paternity schemes
• A unique approach to Performance Leadership
• A commitment to personal and professional development with training and support for each staff member
• The opportunity to develop your career within and across the Trust academies • Salary sacrifice scheme - Cycle to Work

How to Apply:

If you're excited about making a positive impact on students' education at this Warrington based Secondary School and want to develop your teaching skills in a supportive environment, apply today! To apply, simply click the link below or contact our Warrington team at 01925 320 420 for more information.