Spanish Teacher at Parkside School

About this Role

Join Our Team at Parkside School as a Spanish Teacher (Fixed Term Contract)

Parkside School is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and dedicated Teacher of Spanish to join our team on initially a fixed term contract (1 Jan - 31 Aug 2027) The post is 4 days per week (Tues-Friday)

In this role, you will teach Spanish to Key Stage 3 pupils. You will inspire a love for modern foreign languages, deliver well structured and engaging lessons, set high standards of achievement and actively support our whole school literacy priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess high quality Spanish lessons across key stage 3, adapting teaching to meet diverse pupil needs.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and classroom management in line with school values.
• Make productive use of assessment data to track pupil progress and set appropriate homework.
• Contribute actively to whole school priorities, including literacy and embedding a love of reading.

What we are looking for

• Graduate with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Spanish.
• Strong curriculum knowledge at KS3
• A proven track record of consistently strong classroom practice and high expectations for all students.
• Ability to employ effective behaviour management strategies and utilise ICT to enhance learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding, child protection and promoting equal opportunities.

To review the full job description and person specification please refer to the attached supporting documents.

Why Join Parkside School?

At Parkside, we believe in making a difference. You will be part of a supportive team that values professional development and contributes to an environment where every pupil has an equal opportunity to thrive. It is a very exciting time to join Parkside School, a part of Wellspring Academy Trust. Our school is welcoming and vibrant, with students who thrive on positive relationships and staff who are committed to securing the best possible outcomes for them. We are on an exciting journey reshaping Parkside School to be a school that students, staff, and the community are proud of.

As an employee you will benefit from a range of employee perks which include Staff Offers and Discounts, a free will writing service, Community First Credit Union, Cycle to Work schemes and People Celebration Schemes.

Next steps

Please apply by completing our online application form

Closing Date: 9am, Thursday 26 November 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 2 December 2026

Start Date: 1st January 2027

If you would like to have a conversation or arrange a visit please contact Steve Tighe, Associate Principal at [email protected]

The School has adopted the principles of Safer Recruitment and will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to do the same. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Parkside School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.