Spanish Language Assistant at Hurstpierpoint College

About this Role

We are delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and inspiring Spanish Language Assistant to join our thriving Modern Foreign Languages Department from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fluent Spanish speaker with a passion for language, culture and education to play a central role in supporting pupils across the Sixth Form and Fifth Form. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Spanish to deliver engaging speaking support, cultural enrichment and examination preparation within a high-achieving and forward-thinking department.

The role would suit a graduate considering a future career in education and languages, or an experienced language assistant looking to immerse themselves in the life of a busy and successful independent school.

The Role

The Spanish Language Assistant will provide individual and small-group speaking sessions for Lower Sixth and Upper Sixth pupils, supporting the development of spoken fluency, grammatical accuracy and cultural understanding in line with the AQA A Level specification.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver weekly speaking sessions for all Lower Sixth and Upper Sixth pupils
• Support pupils with key vocabulary, idiomatic language and thematic content relating to Spain and the Hispanic world
• Prepare Upper Sixth pupils for their Individual Research Project (IRP) and Paper 3 speaking examination
• Conduct and support mock speaking examinations and formal assessments
• Assist with Fifth Form speaking support sessions
• Contribute to wider departmental teaching through ad hoc lesson support and cultural enrichment activities
• Plan and assess individual and group sessions in accordance with departmental schemes of work
• Track pupil progress and provide feedback to the Head of Department
• Support the preparation of revision resources and independent learning materials

In addition to teaching responsibilities, the successful candidate may have the opportunity to contribute to the wider co-curricular life of the department and College community through activities such as Spanish clubs, film evenings, cultural events and open mornings.

Working at Hurst

Hurst is one of Britain's leading independent schools, offering a vibrant and supportive environment for both pupils and staff. With almost 1,300 pupils across our Senior and Prep Schools, we combine academic ambition with a strong sense of community and a rich co-curricular programme.

Hurst is a place of genuine momentum. From the classroom to the sports field, and the theatre to the boarding house, life here is rich, varied, and relentlessly rewarding.

Ours is a community that sets its sights on excellence - not as a destination, but as a daily habit. The people who thrive here are those who bring the same ambition, resilience, and commitment that we ask of our pupils.

We don't just teach; we coach, mentor, direct, lead, and inspire, often all in the same day! The role you play here extends far beyond your core responsibilities, and that's precisely what makes it so fulfilling. If you're someone who is energised by variety, motivated by challenge, and genuinely excited by the opportunity to shape young people both inside and outside the classroom then you'll feel right at home.

You'll enjoy working in a stunning rural setting while remaining well-connected. We're just 20 minutes from the city and beaches of Brighton & Hove, and London is under an hour away by train.

This isn't just a job. It's a commitment to something bigger. For the right person, there is nowhere more exciting to be.

What We are Looking for

The successful candidate will be a fluent or native Spanish speaker with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They will demonstrate warmth, energy and enthusiasm, alongside the ability to inspire confidence in young people.

Candidates should possess:

• Excellent spoken and written Spanish
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confidence working with Sixth Form pupils
• An interest in Spanish and Hispanic culture and current affairs
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a successful department
• A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the College community

Previous experience working with young people or within an educational environment would be advantageous.

What we Offer in Return

• Membership of the College's generous contributory pension scheme
• Free lunches are available during term time
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted BUPA health insurance
• Free use of extensive health and leisure facilities - library, gym and swimming pool
• Extensive wellbeing support

Safeguarding

Hurstpierpoint College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service