Teacher of Spanish (Maternity Cover) at Hammersmith Academy

Fecha de publicación 03.09.2026

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About this Role

Appointmentof Teacher of Spanish (Maternity Cover)
The Headteacher and Governors of Hammersmith Academy aredelighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an exceptional candidate to joinour thriving Languages Department as a Teacher of Spanish. This is a fixed term appointment, in thefirst instance, for up to one year or until the return of the substantivepostholder.

AboutHammersmith Academy

TheRole
We are seeking a talented and committed teacher to join ourteam. This role is ideal for an Early Career Teacher (ECT) seeking their firstpost, or for an ambitious practitioner looking to further develop their careerand make a significant impact on student attainment and progress in Spanish.
Thesuccessful candidate will:
• Inspire, challenge and support all learners toachieve their full potential
• Deliver engaging, high-quality lessons thatstretch and support students of all abilities
• Accurately assess and track student progress,using this information to inform teaching and intervention
• Create a positive learning environment thatupholds our inclusive ethos
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to raisingachievement and promoting the highest standards of teaching and learning
Ultimately, we are looking for a dedicated teacher with anunwavering belief that every student deserves an outstanding education. Youwill embody our values of aspiration, inclusivity and excellence, and becommitted to providing opportunities for all students to progress and thrive.
OurCommitment to Staff Wellbeing
We are passionate about staff wellbeing and are proud ofour supportive, caring school community. Throughout the year, we offer a rangeof opportunities, activities and events to promote staff wellbeing and ensureeveryone feels valued.
Ourvision for wellbeing:
"To create a caring school community that promotes staffwell-being through a whole-school approach, characterised by supportiverelationships, meaningful engagement, and a safe environment that celebratesthe achievements of all."
AboutYou
• Are you a highly motivated, outstandingclassroom practitioner with a strong presence?
• Are you ambitious for your students, yourcolleagues, and the Academy?
• Are you passionate about Spanish and believeevery student can succeed?
• Are you a conscientious and enthusiastic teamplayer looking to join a vibrant department?
If so, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, pleasecomplete our application form, which includes a supporting statement section.We do not accept CVs for this post.

Supporting Statement

Your supporting statement is acrucial part of your application. Please ensure that it:

References the Person Specification and Job Description for this role.
Demonstrates your skills, attributes, and abilities relevant to teaching your subject at Hammersmith Academy.
Is no more than 2 sides of A4, using a minimum font size of 11pt.
Includes clear, evidence-based examples to support your points.

Your statement must address thefollowing:

How you inspire students in your subject area and ensure they make excellent progress.
How you will support your subject area to achieve the highest standards in curriculum, teaching, and learning.

For more information aboutHammersmith Academy, please visit our website: www.hammersmithacademy.org.

Key Dates

Closing Date: Friday, 18th September 2026 - 9.00am
Interviews: To be confirmed

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